Job Title: Attorney, Interstate Child Support Unit Department: Family Court: New York Job Responsibilities: - Litigate child support cases in the New York State Family Court, appearing primarily before support magistrates and Family Court judges. - Prepare and present petitions to establish paternity and child support. - Appear on and defend applications for modification of previously established orders. - Prepare and present enforcement matters. - File and respond
Job Title: Juvenile Rights Practice Staff Attorney – Entry Level Fall 2026 Job Responsibilities: - Represent clients in Family Court litigation, including fact-finding, dispositional, and post-dispositional hearings. - Conduct direct client representation and manage institutional assignments, including intake and case coverage. - Prepare cases out-of-court through interviewing, investigation, document review, and witness preparation. - Draft necessary legal documents such ...
Job Title: Director of Innovative Housing Initiatives Job Responsibilities: 1. Program Management: - Coordinate intake and advice/brief representation provided to callers. - Monitor and maintain a high standard of client service. - Support the development, funding, implementation, and reporting of programs. - Oversee the use of AI-driven tools and other related technologies to enhance the intake process. - Respond to client, community, and staff concerns. - Evaluate t
Job Title: Attorney, Interstate Child Support Unit Department: Family Court: New York Job Responsibilities: The attorney in the Interstate Child Support Unit is responsible for litigating child support cases in the New York State Family Court. The primary duties include: - Preparing and presenting petitions to establish paternity and child support. - Appearing on and defending applications for the modification of previously established orders. - Preparing and pres
Job Title: Staff Attorney, Youth Defense Practice Job Responsibilities: The Staff Attorney in the Youth Defense Practice (YDP) at the organization will work under the supervision of the Youth Defense Supervisors. The primary responsibilities include representing clients charged with juvenile delinquency matters in Family Court and those charged as adolescent and juvenile offenders (AO and JO) in Supreme Court Youth Parts whose cases are being moved to Family Court. The att
Job Title: Court Clerk-Specialist Job Responsibilities: The Court Clerk-Specialist is responsible for supervising a team of principal court clerks and other subordinate personnel within the Family Court in New York City. This role involves overseeing, coordinating, and recommending changes in the filing, calendaring, and processing of support and related filings. The specialist consults with judges and court administrators and handles complex and unusual legal and procedural
Job Title: Juvenile Rights Practice Staff Attorney – Entry Level Fall 2026 Job Responsibilities: - Represent clients in Family Court litigation, which includes fact-finding, dispositional, and post-dispositional hearings. - Conduct direct client representation and handle institutional assignments such as intake and case coverage. - Engage in out-of-court case preparation activities like interviewing, investigation, document review, and witness preparation. - Draft legal do...
Job Title: Attorney, Integrated Domestic Violence Team Job Responsibilities: - Represent clients in the Integrated Domestic Violence (IDV) Part in both criminal and family court matters, focusing on custody, visitation, and family offense proceedings. - Prepare and litigate all hearings and trials in both criminal and family court settings. - Draft motions, memoranda of law, and written closing arguments. - Review discovery in criminal cases, including police reports and bod
Job Title: Attorney Level 3 Team Leader Job Responsibilities: The Attorney Level 3 Team Leader position within the Administration for Children’s Services (ACS) involves significant legal work within the Division of Family Court Legal Services (FCLS), focusing on child neglect and abuse cases, permanency hearings, and other child welfare proceedings in the New York City Family Courts. The role requires the selected candidate to engage in complex legal tasks with wide latitu...
Job Title: Juvenile Rights Practice Staff Attorney – Entry Level Fall 2026 Job Responsibilities: - Represent clients in Family Court litigation, including fact-finding, dispositional, and post-dispositional hearings. - Conduct direct client representation and handle institutional assignments such as intake and case coverage. - Prepare cases out-of-court through interviewing, investigation, document review, and witness preparation. - Draft legal documents, including motion...
Job Title: Attorney, Interstate Child Support Unit Job Responsibilities: The position of Assistant Corporation Counsel in the Interstate Child Support Unit (ICSU) within the Family Court Division involves a range of legal responsibilities primarily centered around child support cases in New York State Family Court. Attorneys in this role are tasked with the preparation and presentation of petitions to establish paternity and child support. They are also responsible for ap
Job Title: Staff Attorney - Domestic Violence Law Project Job Responsibilities: - Independently litigate family and matrimonial cases throughout New York City from intake to trial. - Conduct in-depth interviews with domestic violence victims, compile history, and investigate to corroborate allegations. - Draft all legal documents and make court appearances with domestic violence victims. - Prepare witnesses and clients for court appearances. - Assist clients with a holistic
Job Title: Matrimonial/Family Law Associate Attorney Job Responsibilities: The Matrimonial/Family Law Associate Attorney will be responsible for providing quality counsel, innovative solutions, and personalized service to clients within the law firm's Matrimonial Department. The candidate will prepare pleadings, motions, depositions, and briefs as necessary and appear in various courts throughout the tri-state area. They will direct cases through the litigation cycle, review
Job Title: Attorney Level IV Job Responsibilities: The Attorney Level IV at the organization plays a crucial role in the Family Court Legal Services (FCLS) division. The primary responsibilities involve engaging in challenging and complex legal work with significant procedural or policy implications. The attorney will supervise lower-level attorneys involved in legal initiatives such as Permanency, Article 10, and Close to Home. They are responsible for providing courtroom s
Job Title: Court Clerk-Specialist Job Responsibilities: The Court Clerk-Specialist is responsible for working within the Family Court in New York City, specifically assigned to the Support Matters unit. The duties include overseeing, coordinating, and recommending changes in the filing, calendaring, and processing of support and related filings. The role involves consulting with judges and court administrators and discussing complex and unusual legal and procedural applicat
Job Title: Juvenile Rights Practice Staff Attorney – Entry Level Fall 2026 Job Responsibilities: - Represent clients in Family Court litigation, including fact-finding, dispositional, and post-dispositional hearings. - Conduct direct client representation and institutional assignments, including intake and case coverage. - Engage in out-of-court case preparation, which involves interviewing, investigation, document review, and witness preparation. - Draft legal documents s...
Job Title: Divorce/Family Associate Attorney Job Responsibilities: The Associate Attorney will be responsible for providing legal support and representation to clients involved in divorce and family law matters. Key duties include: - Representing clients in divorce proceedings, handling both contested and uncontested cases. - Drafting legal documents such as pleadings, motions, financial affidavits, settlement agreements, memoranda of law, and other documents related to fam
Job Title: Divorce/Family Associate Attorney Job Responsibilities: The Divorce/Family Associate Attorney at the law firm will provide legal support and representation to clients involved in divorce and related family law matters. The role demands strong analytical skills, excellent communication, and the ability to handle a high-volume caseload while providing compassionate and strategic legal counsel. Key responsibilities include: - Representing clients in divorce proceedi
Job Title: Matrimonial/Family Law Associate Attorney Job Responsibilities: The Matrimonial/Family Law Associate Attorney will be responsible for a variety of tasks within the Matrimonial Department of the law firm. Key responsibilities include: - Preparation of legal documents such as pleadings, motions, settlement agreements, and briefs. - Assisting with preparations for depositions and trials. - Appearing in court in Nassau and Suffolk Counties on Long Island, as well as
**Junior Associate at Law Firm of **Members Only**** **Job Description** As a Junior Associate at the Law Firm of **Members Only**, you’ll be responsible for: - Researching legal issues and drafting legal instruments - Attending hearings and engaging in telephone conferences with clients and other outside parties - Assisting with the preparation of legal documents - Assisting with the organization of client files **Requirements** - Bachelor’s degree in Law - 1-3 years of prior experi...
Employment Opportunity Announcement: Court Attorney in **Members Only** Salary Information: - Base salary: $119,638 + $4,775 location pay - Location: New York City Job Title: - Associate Court Attorney JG - 30 Experience Information: - Admission to New York State Bar - 5 years of relevant legal experience - Up to 18 months of pre-admission experience Duties and Responsibilities: - Research and analyze complex legal issues and questions - Supervise attorneys and
The Unified Court System provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the hiring agency directly. EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY ANNOUNCEMENT: Court Attorney Position in Family Court, New York City Organization: State of New York Unified Court System Job Title: Court Attorney Experience: Admission to the New York State Bar; or Graduation from an accr
ASSISTANT CORPORATION COUNSEL - FAMILY COURT DIVISION The New York City Law Department is seeking an experienced attorney to join our team as an Assistant Corporation Counsel (ACC) in the Family Court Division’s Advanced Litigation and Major Case Unit. In this role, you will receive extensive training and develop an expertise in the investigation and prosecution of firearms cases. You will primarily handle cases involving the possession and/or use of firearms, but may al...
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Law Firm Seeking Experienced Associate Attorney for Family and Divorce Law Matters in New York City H1: Join Our Team as an Associate Attorney in Family and Divorce Law H2: Passionate about Family Law? We Want You! About the Law Firm: - Boutique law firm i
Job Title: Divorce and Family Law Associate Attorney Job Responsibilities: - Handle a high volume caseload, motion practice, and daily court appearances efficiently and effectively. - Work independently, demonstrating the ability to prioritize and multitask as necessary. - Provide top-quality customer service with heavy client interaction, ensuring each client receives personal attention tailored to their unique needs. - Quickly familiarize yourself with various apps and sof
Job Title: Attorney, Interstate Child Support Unit Department: Family Court: New York Job Responsibilities: - Litigate child support cases in the New York State Family Court. - Appear primarily before support magistrates and Family Court judges. - Prepare and present petitions to establish paternity and child support. - Appear on and defend applications for modification of previously established orders. - Prepare and present enforcement matters. - File and respond
Job Title: Attorney, Interstate Child Support Unit Department: Family Court: New York Job Responsibilities: The position of Assistant Corporation Counsel in the Interstate Child Support Unit (ICSU) involves litigating child support cases within the New York State Family Court. Attorneys in this role are primarily tasked with appearing before support magistrates and Family Court judges. Key responsibilities include: - Preparing and presenting petitions to establish paternity
Job Title: Temporary Staff Attorney (Free to Be Youth Project) Job Responsibilities: The Temporary Staff Attorney will represent the legal needs of homeless and street-involved lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, and questioning (LGBTQ+) young people, up to age 24, in New York City. The attorney will work collaboratively with the Project Director and other staff to ensure the provision of quality legal services. Key responsibilities include: - Providing legal representation and
Job Title: DV Family Law Attorney Department: Legal, Organizing, & Advocacy Job Responsibilities: The DV Family Law Attorney is responsible for providing consultation and legal representation to primarily immigrant survivors of intimate partner violence. This role complements a holistic array of services offered to victim/survivors within the organization. Key responsibilities include: - Providing holistic legal representation and advocacy to victims of domestic violence i
Job Title: Full Time Staff Attorney (Free to Be Youth) Job Responsibilities: The Staff Attorney will represent the legal needs of homeless and street-involved lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, and questioning (LGBTQ+) young people, up to age 24, in New York City. Responsibilities include: - Working collaboratively with the Project Director to ensure the provision of quality legal services. - Identifying systemic priorities and developing the capacity to take direction from
Job Title: Associate Director Job Responsibilities: The Associate Director will collaborate with the Director of the Domestic Violence Law Unit (DVLU) to oversee the unit's operations and ensure that the services provided are aligned with community needs. Key responsibilities include: - Developing and managing unit priorities, long-term strategies, and unit growth. - Identifying and responding to programmatic issues, developing training protocols, and establishing policies
Job Title: Staff Attorney Job Responsibilities: The Staff Attorney in the Domestic Violence Law Unit is responsible for providing comprehensive legal services to survivors of intimate partner violence and sexual assault. This includes safety planning, representation, advice, and advocacy in various legal matters such as orders of protection, contested and uncontested divorces, custody, visitation, and support cases. The attorney will also handle domestic violence-based immi
Job Title: Staff Attorney (Matrimonial Project) Job Responsibilities: The Staff Attorney for the Matrimonial Project within the Domestic Violence Law Unit (DVLU) is responsible for providing comprehensive legal representation and support to survivors of domestic and intimate partner violence in various legal matters. This includes handling both contested and uncontested matrimonial issues, such as divorce, equitable distribution, maintenance, child/spousal support, custody/v
Job Title: Senior Counsel Job Responsibilities: Senior Counsels at the organization lead and engage in cutting-edge impact litigation, public policy advocacy, and education to further the organization's mission. The Senior Counsel will work both independently and collaboratively to assist the organization's Regional Office and advance the mission nationwide. The primary responsibilities include: Education, Engagement, and Outreach: - Cultivating relationships with key coali
Job Title: Senior Counsel Job Responsibilities: Senior Counsels at the organization lead and engage in cutting-edge impact litigation, public policy advocacy, and education to further the organization's mission. The Senior Counsel will work independently and collaboratively to help serve the organization's Regional Office and further the mission of the organization nationwide. Key responsibilities include: - Conceptualizing and drafting legislative and administrative propos
Job overviewA law firm seeks a Matrimonial Law Attorney in Richmond Hill, NY, to join their team and focus on high net worth matrimonial and custody clients in matrimonial and custody legal research and draft legal settlements and manage client with colleagues on complex legal issues.