Underberg & Kessler LLP · 6 days ago
Attorney - Matrimonial/Family Law
Rochester, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$120K/yr - $150K/yr
4+ years expUnderberg & Kessler LLP is a well-established law firm in Western New York, seeking a Matrimonial/Family Law Associate Attorney with 4-7+ years of experience. The role involves handling matrimonial and family law matters, representing clients in court, drafting legal documents, and managing a complex caseload while collaborating with partners and mentoring junior attorneys.
Law Practice
Hiring Manager
Leslie Helmerci
Responsibilities
Primarily handles matrimonial and family law matters, representing clients in New York State Supreme and Family Courts in divorce, post-divorce, child custody, child support, and family offense matters
Drafts prenuptial agreements
Meets with clients for intake and consultation meetings
Drafts pleadings, motions, discovery demands, Statements of Net Worth, Statements of Proposed Disposition, orders and Judgment Rolls
Runs child support and spousal maintenance calculations and gives analysis to clients
Handles cases independently and works collaboratively with partners to develop and execute effective legal strategies
Able to handle a caseload
Available to assist in general litigation matters handling legal research and writing projects for the litigation department
Meets with clients for new client consultations
Serves as lead counsel in matrimonial and family law court proceedings to include representing clients in court appearances, preliminary conferences, settlement negotiations and hearings
Drafts pleadings, Motions, Orders to Show Cause, Statements of Net Worth, Statements of Proposed Disposition, Separation Agreements, Orders and Judgment Rolls
Navigate highly sensitive personal and financial issues with discretion and professionalism
Conduct in-depth legal research and provide strategic litigation counsel
Independently manage complex caseloads with minimal oversight
Lead discovery efforts, including managing document production and deposition preparation
Shape and execute strategies by collaborating closely with partners and clients
Participate in practice group meetings, firm-wide training programs and initiatives
Mentor junior attorneys and support staff
Is a team player able to work with multiple attorneys in the litigation department on projects and cases
Engage in business development efforts and client relationship management
Qualification
Required
4-7+ years of matrimonial/ family law experience
J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to practice in New York State
Excellent writing, research, and oral advocacy skills
Detail-oriented with the ability to manage deadlines and juggle multiple matters
Preferred
Additional litigation experience (employment, creditor's rights, commercial litigation) a plus
Benefits
401(k) with 3% profit-sharing + 2% employer contribution
Medical, dental, vision, life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
4 weeks PTO + 8 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday
Hybrid work schedule after onboarding
Leadership development, mentorship opportunities, and a collegial team environment
Company
Underberg & Kessler LLP
Since 1926, Underberg & Kessler LLP has provided exceptional legal counsel grounded in integrity, professionalism, and service.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
David H. Fitch
Partner
George S. Van Nest
Partner
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