Elder Care & Estate Planning Attorney

Essenti Talent; Melville (NY); On-site; USD 135,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Essenti Talent is representing a well-established law firm seeking an experienced Elder Care & Estate Planning Attorney to join their team in-office in New York. The ideal candidate will handle estate planning, trust administration, and elder law matters, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to guide clients through complex fiduciary and tax issues.

You will advise on wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and advance directives; oversee probate and Surrogate's Court filings; and coordinate

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the New York State Bar.
• 3+ years in trust and estate planning/administration.
• Strong knowledge of estate, gift, and fiduciary tax law.
• Excellent drafting, analytical, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on estate planning (wills, trusts, powers of attorney, directives).
• Counsel on wealth transfer strategies, charitable giving, and tax planning.
• Administer trusts/estates (probate, Surrogate’s Court filings).
• Draft, review, interpret complex estate documents and trust agreements.
• Coordinate with professionals to implement comprehensive estate plans.
• Handle guardianship and elder law matters (Medicaid planning).
• Maintain ongoing client relationships and service.

Skills

Estate planning

Trust administration

Estate tax law

Drafting documents

Client relations

Time management

NY Bar admission

Multi-matter management

Education

J.D. degree

New York State Bar admission

Job description

Our client is a well-established law firm seeking an experienced Elder Care & Estate Planning Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in estate planning, trust administration, estate administration, elder law, and related tax issues. This is a full-time, in-office position offering the opportunity to work with a collaborative team and build long-term client relationships.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise clients on all aspects of estate planning, including the preparation of wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and advance directives
• Counsel client’s wealth transfer strategies, charitable giving, and tax planning
• Administer trusts and estates, including probate proceedings, Surrogate’s Court filings, and related litigation when necessary.
• Draft, review, & interpret complex estate planning documents and trust agreements
• Coordinate with financial advisors, accountants, and other professionals to implement comprehensive estate plans
• Handle guardianship and elder law matters (Medicaid planning and applications)
• Maintain ongoing client relationships and provide exceptional client service

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the New York State Bar (or eligibility for admission)
• 3+ years of experience practicing in trust and estate planning and administration
• Strong knowledge of estate, gift, and fiduciary income tax law
• Excellent drafting, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong interpersonal skills and a client-focused mindset

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience (135K-150K) + bonus
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off
• Professional development and continuing legal education opportunities