Family and Divorce Lead Attorney - New York, United States - De Novo Review Inc

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    Established multi-practice firm with over 18 years of experience in Family Law, Divorce Law and Tax Law is looking for a Lead Attorney to join their Family and Divorce Law Division. The Lead Attorney will be expected to thoroughly prepare for each case, deliver strategic legal insights and design a custom course of action that is in the best interest of the client. Ideal candidates will have 5+ years of Divorce trial experience, must be fully bilingual in Spanish, will bill out 30+ hours per week and having collaborative divorce and mediator experience is a plus. This position is Hybrid, everyday drafting of pleadings and case management can be done remotely, however, must be able cover all in-person events, such as in-person trials, hearings, mediations, depositions, client meetings, etc., in the South Florida Tri-County area of Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach.

    Qualifications:

    • Must have 5+ years of family law experience and divorce trial experience, collaborative divorce and mediator experience is a plus
    • Must be licensed in good standing with the Florida Bar
    • Must be Bilingual in Spanish with fluent speaking and reading skills
    • Must have the confidence and ability to handle all aspects of client representation from initial meeting through trial and be able to assume a lead role on all assigned cases
    • Must be experienced in drafting discovery, motions, and legal document
    • Must have excellent written and oral communication skills
    • Must have strong legal research skills
    • Must have a commitment to the practice of family law