Senior Staff Attorney – Family Law

Job overview

The Senior Staff Attorney – Family Law role is hybrid in New York, NY, with a salary range of $100,000–$124,000 per year. The client seeks an attorney focused on representing underserved communities in family matters. The attorney handles family court advocacy while taking on leadership responsibilities that support staff development and program delivery. The role includes supervision, training, case support, policy work, special projects, and contributions to organizational initiatives.

What you'll do

• Supervise one or two staff attorneys
• participate in supervision meetings
• coordinate law interns or fellows
• assist with staff training
• represent the organization in external policy efforts
• support development efforts and special projects
• provide case support and second-seat opportunities
• supervise court intake
• lead workgroup meetings
• prepare appeals, practice memos, and development materials
• contribute to internal committees and initiatives.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

senior staff attorney

family law

hybrid

new york ny

legacy legal recruiting

family court

legal advocacy

staff supervision

$100k–$124k/year

full-time

underserved communities

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health and vision insurance, paid time off, parental leave, and profit sharing.

Why this role

Requires at least three years of experience representing indigent parents in Article 10/TPR family court proceedings or related advocacy work.

About the employer

LEGACY LEGAL RECRUITING LLC is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Lawyers. Sector: 54.