Practice Area:

High-Net-Worth Marital Dissolution / Domestic Relations / Private Client Services

§ Location:

Greenwich, CT / New Canaan, CT (Flexible Hybrid Arrangements)

§ Salary:

$245,000 to $375,000 Base Salary (Plus significant origination credits, performance bonuses, and a premier executive benefits package)

§ Schedule:

Full-time, Direct-Hire, Minimum 1,850 hours annual billed

§ The Firm:

Founded in 1930, our client is a distinguished full-service powerhouse frequently recognized by Chambers USA and Martindale-Hubbell for their exceptional advocacy. With a Band 1 ranking in several core disciplines and nearly 30 attorneys recently lauded as industry leaders, the firm has cultivated an environment where legal excellence meets entrepreneurial spirit. They are celebrated for their "360-degree approach," ensuring that every client—from individual high-net-worth families to institutional entities—receives subject-matter expertise without the unnecessary friction of rigid hierarchy. This role offers a unique platform for a practitioner to leverage a prominent regional brand to further scale their existing practice.

§ Duties:

The Junior Partner will lead complex domestic relations matters, serving as a primary counselor for high-profile individuals navigating intricate familial transitions.

⨖ Managing sophisticated matrimonial portfolios involving the valuation and equitable distribution of diverse assets, including closely-held businesses, private equity interests, and complex real estate holdings.

⨖ Orchestrating comprehensive litigation strategies for high-stakes custody disputes, alimony modifications, and pre-nuptial/post-nuptial contract negotiations.

⨖ Serving as a trusted advisor to a private client base, ensuring that matrimonial strategies align with broader wealth preservation and tax planning objectives.

⨖ Mentoring junior associates and contributing to the firm's strategic growth within the Fairfield County market.

⨖ Cultivating and expanding a personal book of business while collaborating with the firm’s trust and estates and corporate groups for cross-referral opportunities.

§ Qualifications

⨖ Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited institution with an exemplary academic record.

⨖ Active Bar License in good standing within the State of Connecticut.

⨖ Minimum of 7 to 10 years of dedicated experience in matrimonial and family law.

⨖ A portable book of business valued at a minimum of $500,000.

⨖ Extensive first-chair trial experience and a proven history of successful mediation and settlement negotiations.

§ Skills:

⨖ Advanced proficiency in financial forensic analysis and business valuation principles.

⨖ Strong local reputation and professional network within the Connecticut legal community.

⨖ Exceptional interpersonal skills tailored for high-stress, sensitive client advocacy.

⨖ Prior experience in a leadership or practice group management capacity.

!Notice¡

*This a job advertisement on behalf of our client and does not reflect the full job description for the role. Any qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. You will need to provide law school transcripts, a writing sample or deal sheets, and a cover letter in order to be considered for this role. This posting does not constitute an offer of employment. and the listed compensation details may vary by state or experience and will be discussed thoroughly during interview phase.