Family Law Attorney
About The Position
Duke Law Firm, P.C. is a growing New York family law firm seeking a Family Law Associate Attorney for a hybrid/remote position in Rochester, NY. The firm has been serving clients across an eight-county region in Southern Tier and Western New York for over 25 years, assisting individuals and families with divorce, custody disputes, support matters, and family court proceedings. This role offers experienced mentoring, substantial paralegal and administrative support, and the opportunity to manage meaningful cases from intake through resolution. The firm emphasizes performance-based recognition and rewards, with compensation directly tied to work impact rather than tenure or office politics. A new Client Experience Center is planned for opening in Fall 2026.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
- Active license in good standing to practice in New York State.
- Strong client-service mindset and high ethical standards.
- Highly responsive to clients, and skilled in communication, organization, and case management.
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a team.
Nice To Haves
- Family law experience of at least two years (divorce/custody/support and/or family court work).
- Candidates demonstrating a strong commitment to a career as a family law attorney will be considered.
- Experience managing a caseload with deadlines and performance metrics.
- Familiarity with practice management technology and modern workflows.
- Experience with a billable hours structure.
Responsibilities
- Manage family law matters from intake through resolution, including divorce/matrimonial actions, child custody and visitation, child support/spousal support (maintenance), and other Family Court proceedings.
- Draft and review legal documents such as pleadings, motions, discovery, agreements, and affidavits.
- Conduct legal research and develop case strategies.
- Communicate clearly with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
- Regularly litigate, including hearings, trials, conferences, and other proceedings as needed.
- Work collaboratively with attorneys, paralegals, and support teams to deliver an excellent client experience.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation with upside: base + percentage of billed fees
- Fast ramp-up with potential to reach a full caseload by Day 90
- Hybrid/remote flexibility (with required court appearances)
- Mentoring + training with direct access to leadership
- Strong support staff model so attorneys can focus on practicing law
- Modern technology and efficient systems
- Collaborative, growth-minded environment that recognizes results
- Team events, including regular outings, our annual boat day, and holiday party!
- Health and dental insurance
- 401(k) / retirement plan
- Potential for uncapped PTO (based on role/performance/coverage)
- Additional bonuses based on performance and incentives
- Mileage reimbursement for required travel to court appearances
- Firm-sponsored offsite events
- Professional development, training, and mentoring program
- Direct access to leadership
- Advanced technology and a unique support staff system
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
