Attorney

Job description

A well-established boutique family law firm in Manhattan, we help families navigate life's most sensitive transitions with compassion and discretion. As we continue to grow, we're seeking a skilled Associate Attorney to join our forward-thinking team.

This full-time, in-office role offers the opportunity to work on complex, meaningful family law matters in a non-litigation-focused practice that values mediation, collaboration, and preserving relationships.

We Offer

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Performance-based bonuses.

Profit sharing and 401(k) after 6 months.

Supportive and collaborative work environment.

Opportunities for professional development and advancement.

Employer-paid health insurance with employee cost-sharing.

PTO and holiday pay.

The firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer, a drug-free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.

Responsibilities:

Effectively execute strategy on all cases for which you are the responsible attorney, or those assigned to you by the Managing Attorney, from inception through settlement and closure.

Assume responsibility for the competent provision of mediation and legal services, including drafting settlement agreements, prenuptial agreements, client memos, and status updates.

Work with other members of the legal team to develop case strategy and provide direction to paralegals and legal assistants.

Serve as the principal contact between the firm and clients on assigned cases, advising them on their legal rights, obligations, and best interests.

Gather and organize financial information and create financial reports.

Analyze case-specific issues and documentation, and conduct legal and other research as needed.

Move cases through the process in accordance with goals and established milestones.

Foster and maintain excellent rapport with clients through consistent communication, providing information on the firm's behalf and responding to their questions.

Track and record time daily on client matters and administrative tasks.

Prepare memoranda and reports to ensure accurate documentation of the file.

Demonstrate strong communication and problem-solving skills to work effectively with staff and clients at all levels.

Ensure all CLEs are completed prior to license renewal deadlines, and that the bar license remains in good standing.

Qualifications:

JD from an accredited law school.

Admitted and in good standing with the NY State Bar.

3-7 years of experience in family law.

Mediation certification and strong mediation experience.

Collaborative Divorce certification (or willingness to obtain within 6 months of hire).

Trust and Estates experience (2-3 years) is a plus.

About Company

We are a mission-driven, modern family law firm dedicated to helping families restructure, not fracture, through divorce and other life transitions. Our culture is supportive, respectful, and deeply invested in the growth and success of every team member. You'll be empowered to lead, collaborate, and make a real impact in the lives of clients.

W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.

We’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.

Our Services
W3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.

We specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.

We are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.

Our Expertise
W3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs.

As a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.