Senior Associate Attorney

Senior Associate Attorney Position in Syracuse, NY

Location : Syracuse, NY

Salary : $100,000-$120,000 base salary with quarterly bonuses

Perks :

• Emphasis on continuous growth
• Ongoing legal training for attorneys and support staff
• Collaborative team environment
• Enjoy Summer Fridays
• Strong focus on work-life balance
• Competitive salaries, incentives, and bonus opportunities
• Clear paths for career advancement

Company Values : Employee success and client experience are top priorities

Company Recognitions : Best Places to Work in the NY Capital Region for 2023 Ranked in America’s Top Law Firms 500 for 6 consecutive years

Recognized in INC5000 as one of America’s Fastest Growing Companies

About Us : The Colwell Law Group, LLC ( CLG ) has been providing exceptional legal services to the Capital Region and neighboring areas for twenty years.

We have built a strong reputation by closely working with clients, understanding their legal needs, prioritizing their goals, and guiding them to success.

Our Approach : At CLG, we take a team-oriented approach to representing clients, leveraging the strengths and extensive experience of our legal team.

This collaborative strategy consistently leads to positive outcomes and adds significant value to our clients' cases.

Compensation :

$100,000 - $120,000 salary + quarterly bonus

Responsibilities :

At the firm, the Senior Associate Attorney has a diverse range of responsibilities centered around providing legal representation and support to clients navigating familial legal matters.

Their duties often involve managing a caseload of cases related to divorce, child custody, spousal support, adoption, and other family law issues.

This includes conducting legal research, drafting various legal documents such as petitions, motions, and settlement agreements, and representing clients in court proceedings, including hearings and trials.

Additionally, associate attorneys in this practice area often engage in client counseling, providing guidance and advice on legal rights, responsibilities, and potential outcomes.

Senior Associate Attorneys may also participate in negotiation sessions to reach amicable settlements or alternative dispute resolution methods such as mediation.

• Provide legal representation and support to clients in Albany, NY, navigating familial legal matters, including divorce, child custody, spousal support, adoption, and other family law issues
• Conduct legal research and draft various legal documents such as petitions, motions, and settlement agreements for family law and divorce cases
• Represent clients in court proceedings, including hearings and trials, advocating for their interests in family law and divorce matters
• Engage in client counseling, offering guidance on legal rights, responsibilities, and potential outcomes related to family law and divorce
• Manage a caseload of family law and divorce cases, maintaining communication with clients regarding case updates and developments
• Participate in negotiation sessions to reach settlements outside of court and engage in alternative dispute resolution methods like mediation
• Collaborate with the Regional Managing Attorney, contributing to a supportive work environment and mentoring a team of legal professionals
• Travel to courts and proceedings throughout central New York State, with some travel to Albany and Saratoga Springs, NY locations as required
• Achieve the billable hour requirement set by the firm and work closely with the billing department to ensure accurate client billing

Qualifications :

• 5+ years of family or matrimonial law experience and / or general litigation experience is preferred
• Applicants must hold a membership in good standing with the New York State Bar, and memberships in other state bars are considered advantageous
• Prior experience in private law firms, corporate, or government settings is desirable
• Proficiency in managing a range of sensitive legal matters such as divorce, child custody, domestic violence, and matrimonial disputes is a crucial requirement
• A deep understanding of the New York Family Court Act and Domestic Relations Law is necessary
• Candidates should exhibit excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills
• Strong organizational skills, follow-through, and flexibility in handling changing priorities and deadlines are expected
• A positive collaborative attitude is essential for effective teamwork
• The ability to resolve interpersonal conflicts and support employee growth goals is crucial for this role
• Candidates should be able to advocate effectively in court and office settings, managing high-stress litigation matters with composure
• Maintaining empathy, humility, patience, and professionalism in interactions with colleagues and clients from diverse backgrounds is vital for success in this position

About Company

• Benefits to reduce stress and encourage healthy living
• Benefits that recognize the whole person
• Benefits that support flexibility and independence
• Benefits that create a sense of connection & community
• Competitive salary and incentive plan
• 401(k) retirement plan with matching
• Health, dental, vision / Rx, pet, and life insurance policy options
• Paid time off, 7 personal days, and 7 paid holidays
• Open-door leadership philosophy
• Professional, diverse, inclusive, respectful, and friendly workplace environment
30+ days ago