LORD & CO
Trial Attorney, Matrimonial Law (Exclusive Search)
Posted: October 08, 2025 Practice: Location: NY - New York City Position: Attorney Type: Law Firm Experience Level: 11+ Years I have been exclusively retained by a premier boutique matrimonial firm in midtown Manhattan that seeks to hire an experienced trial attorney capable of immediately stepping in to handle complex, high-net-worth matrimonial trials. The ideal candidate will have extensive courtroom experience—preferably in matrimonial or family law—but the firm is open to seasoned commercial litigators with substantial first-chair trial experience and a strong interest in transitioning to this practice. I have made 11 placements with the firm.
Responsibilities
Serve as trial counsel in contested matrimonial matters
Manage all aspects of litigation, including discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation
Advise clients in sensitive, high-stakes disputes involving complex financial and personal issues
Qualifications
10+ years of matrimonial or commercial litigation experience
Significant first-chair trial experience; strong candidates include AUSAs and government prosecutors
Strong academic credentials
Matrimonial or family law background preferred but not required
Benefits
Base salary of approximately $270,000-$300,000 (possibly more), depending on background and experience
Discretionary bonus
Annual billable hours of 1800
Work Environment
In-office presence required at least four days per week
Collegial, professional environment with premier clientele and top-tier colleagues
The practice areas with current job openings are listed below.
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Posted: October 08, 2025 Practice: Location: NY - New York City Position: Attorney Type: Law Firm Experience Level: 11+ Years I have been exclusively retained by a premier boutique matrimonial firm in midtown Manhattan that seeks to hire an experienced trial attorney capable of immediately stepping in to handle complex, high-net-worth matrimonial trials. The ideal candidate will have extensive courtroom experience—preferably in matrimonial or family law—but the firm is open to seasoned commercial litigators with substantial first-chair trial experience and a strong interest in transitioning to this practice. I have made 11 placements with the firm.
Responsibilities
Serve as trial counsel in contested matrimonial matters
Manage all aspects of litigation, including discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation
Advise clients in sensitive, high-stakes disputes involving complex financial and personal issues
Qualifications
10+ years of matrimonial or commercial litigation experience
Significant first-chair trial experience; strong candidates include AUSAs and government prosecutors
Strong academic credentials
Matrimonial or family law background preferred but not required
Benefits
Base salary of approximately $270,000-$300,000 (possibly more), depending on background and experience
Discretionary bonus
Annual billable hours of 1800
Work Environment
In-office presence required at least four days per week
Collegial, professional environment with premier clientele and top-tier colleagues
The practice areas with current job openings are listed below.
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