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Senior Attorneys work under the supervision of the Supervising Attorney (s) on the Unit in which they are assigned. In the absence of a Supervising Attorney due to vacation, sick leave, etc., the Senior Attorney assumes the full responsibility of a Supervising Attorney. Salary Range: $107,515.00 - $130,863.00 per Annum

The duties of the Senior Attorney on the Matrimonial Unit include, but are not limited to

Responsibilities

• Handling complex matrimonial law matters;

• Reviewing cases of other team members to assure competent legal practice and adherence to prescribed practices and procedures;

• Acting as a resource and providing training and mentorship to other attorneys and legal support staff;

• Providing telephone advice;

• Covering intake and court appearances and trials for staff;

• Reviewing and closing legal files on a timely basis.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate; A member in good standing of the New York State Bar.

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in matrimonial law.

• Superior leadership, time management and organizational skills.

• Ability to maintain contemporaneous and detailed case management notes.

• Ability to handle multiple complex assignments with minimal supervision and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Experience in supervising, training and mentoring staff.

• Ability to work with co-workers in a professional and non-confrontational manner.

• Excellent legal research and legal writing skills.

• Demonstrated trial and litigation experience.

• Bi-lingual Spanish speakers encouraged to apply.

Anyone interested in this position, should send resume and cover letter to Jacqueline Francis, , Director of MELS, by the end of the business day on Wednesday, April 1, 2026.