Matrimonial Attorney

BLDG SVC 32 B-J•New York, NY

10d

About The Position

The 32BJ Legal Services Fund provides legal advice and representation to eligible 32BJ members and their eligible dependents. Reporting to the Director of the Matrimonial Unit and other Directors, the Staff Attorney will provide legal services to the members of Building Service 32BJ who are eligible under the union’s Legal Services Plan.

Requirements

JD and authorization to practice law in NYS required
1 to 3 years experience in Matrimonial Law

Nice To Haves

Bilingual English/Spanish proficiency preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

Provide legal representation to members in Matrimonial Law, before courts and related venues
Meet with clients to determine an appropriate course of action, under the direction of Directors
Prepare legal pleadings, stipulations, motions and other legal documents
Write, review and edit documents and correspondence
Discuss case progress with Directors and provide reports summarizing case status
Obtain court records
Maintain ongoing contact with clients, opposing counsel and courts
Update case files timely, including court notes, correspondence and file records; and complete other physical and ministerial duties as necessary to maintain client files and to comply with office procedures
Perform legal research
Train and supervise (work product only) paralegals and support staff
Be familiar with substantive and procedural law in area of practice
Have knowledge of areas covered under the Legal Services Plan
Safeguard all confidential client materials and information, adhering to privacy laws and internal policies on confidentiality
Actively participate in regular team meetings, contributing to discussions, sharing insights, and collaborating on projects and case strategies
Attend member information meetings and other outreach activities as directed by supervisory staff, including occasional travel, to promote the Legal Services Fund and engage with the membership
Demonstrated technical dexterity, including proficiency with case management software, digital evidence preparation, electronic filing systems, and AI-assisted tools for drafting, summarizing, and document review, consistent with ethical and confidentiality requirements
Comfort with digital evidence formats (PDF organization, redaction software)
Competency in virtual practice tools (Teams, Zoom court, online meetings)
Maintain a professional demeanor, workspace, and appearance as a representative of the Legal Services Fund