What are the responsibilities and job description for the Family/Matrimonial Associate -- Fairfield County, CT position at Lord Gurman & Lewis?
An elite, matrimonial boutique law firm in Fairfield County, CT seeks to hire a junior associate (Classes of 2023 through 2026, including judicial law clerks and recent law school graduates) who is admitted in Connecticut, or awaiting July 2026 bar results, for a role focused on high-net-worth matrimonial litigation. Family Law or litigation experience is ideal but not required.
Key Responsibilities:
- Discovery and Research on sophisticated matrimonial matters
- Client communication and relationship management
- Additional responsibilities added over time with close training and mentorship
What the Firm Seeks:
- Zero to three years of experience; family law or litigation background ideal but not required
- Connecticut bar admission (or Class of 2026 awaiting July results)
- Poise and polish with clients; a strong-work ethic; eagerness to learn the practice
- Interest in a small-firm, practice-team model with significant mentoring rather than big-firm structure
What the Firm Offers:
- Base salary of about $100,000 - $120,000
- Semi-annual bonuses, likely $30,000 - $50,000 annually
- Firm 401(k) contribution of $10,000 - $15,000 annually
- Full individual health coverage
- In-office environment (typical hours 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM, rarely late, weekends generally off)
- Premier clientele and complex, high-stakes matters
- A sustainable practice with real earning potential
We have placed several attorneys with the firm and have close ties there. If you are interested, please email your resume to Andrew Gurman at andrew@mlordc.com.
Salary : $10,000 - $15,000