Elder Care & Estate Planning Attorney — In-Office

Workforce Recruiter; Melville (NY); On-site; USD 135,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Workforce Recruiter seeks an experienced Elder Care & Estate Planning Attorney for an established law firm. The role emphasizes estate planning, trust administration, and elder law with strong tax knowledge, offering a collaborative team and long-term client relationships.

The ideal candidate has a J.D., NY Bar admission, and 3+ years in trust/estate practice, with excellent drafting and communication skills. This is a full-time, in-office position in Melville, NY.

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

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

Skills

Estate planning

Trust administration

Elder law

Tax planning

Drafting & reviewing documents

Client communication

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Workforce Recruiter seeks an experienced Elder Care & Estate Planning Attorney for an established law firm. The role emphasizes estate planning, trust administration, and elder law with strong tax knowledge, offering a collaborative team and long-term client relationships.

The ideal candidate has a J.D., NY Bar admission, and 3+ years in trust/estate practice, with excellent drafting and communication skills. This is a full-time, in-office position in Melville, NY.