Senior Associate Attorney
The Colwell Law Group
Syracuse, NY US
Posted ago
The Colwell Law Group

Our rapidly growing law firm is looking for Senior Associate Attorneys who are passionate about representing clients facing one of the most challenging times in their lives. Candidates should be skillful at preparing necessary legal documents in connection with prenuptial agreements, initiating and finalizing divorces, alimony, child support, and real estate. Experience in handling legal issues such as child abuse, child custody, and domestic violence is also a must. If you have a proven record of success both in and out of court, we encourage you to apply.

What we offer:

  • Work-life balance
  • Collaborative team
  • Excellent benefits
  • In-house training & development plans
  • A positive, flexible environment

Benefits:

  • 401(k) Matching
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision/Rx
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Vacation & Holiday Pay
  • Pet Insurance
  • Summer Friday program

Compensation: $100,000+ yearly

Responsibilities

  • Ensure clients are effectively represented at court hearings as needed
  • Draft pleadings, motions, contracts, marital settlement agreements, judgments, and orders for a high volume of cases
  • Maintain client files to ensure they are properly organized and up to date
  • Communicate with senior partners and paralegals to effectively move through the civil litigation process
  • Advocate on behalf of clients by understanding their needs, effectively analyzing the situation, and forming a strategy for a plan of action

Qualifications

  • Undergraduate degree with a legal background and Juris Doctor degree required
  • Prior work or studies in criminal justice preferred
  • Candidates should be great negotiators and communicators, specifically in situations when emotions and stress are high
  • Proven record of success in advocating for plaintiffs and defendants
  • Must have worked 5 plus years handling family law cases

Compensation
$100,000+ yearly
About The Colwell Law Group

Benefits:

  • 401(k) Matching
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision/Rx
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Vacation & Holiday Pay
  • Pet Insurance
  • Summer Friday Program

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