Staff Attorney — Family Law Unit

Job overview

The Staff Attorney — Family Law Unit is an in-office role in Rochester, NY, with a hybrid work schedule also listed in the posting. Compensation is $87,000–$102,000 per year. The Legal Aid Society of Rochester provides civil legal services to low- and moderate-income individuals. The role exists to provide legal representation and counsel in family and matrimonial matters, with a focus on representing victims of domestic violence. It contributes through litigation, client counseling, safety planning, community education, and collaboration with court and community partners across the listed counties.

What you'll do

• Provide legal counsel and representation in matrimonial and family law proceedings
• draft, review, and file legal documents
• interview clients and gather facts
• conduct discovery, investigations, and legal research
• represent clients in court appearances and proceedings
• negotiate with opposing counsel
• handle post-dispositional matters
• conduct safety planning and provide referrals
• maintain case documentation
• participate in continuing legal education and community outreach
• travel across multiple counties as required
• provide legal support to other programs as needed.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

staff attorney

family law unit

family court

matrimonial law

domestic violence advocacy

civil legal services

rochester ny

legal aid society of rochester

$87k–$102k

new york state bar

juris doctor

hybrid work schedule

multi-county travel

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Hybrid work schedule, paid lunch hour, employer contributions toward health and dental insurance, vacation, sick leave, personal time, paid holidays, internet stipend, 401(k) or Roth 401(k) match, language differential, professional development, and Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualifying employer.

Why this role

A Juris Doctor and admission to the New York State Bar are required, though candidates qualifying for a judicial practice order may be considered. The role includes travel across multiple counties and may provide onsite support at the Willow Family Justice Center.

About the employer

The Legal Aid Society of Rochester, NY is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Lawyers. Sector: 54.