Estate Administration Attorney

Launching Point; Melville (NY); Presencial; USD 125.000 - 150.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development

Descripción de la vacante

Launching Point is seeking an experienced Trust & Estates Administration Attorney to join our team in a full-time, in-office role in New York. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in estate planning, trust administration, and related tax issues, and will work collaboratively with a team to build long-term client relationships.

Key responsibilities include advising on wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and directives; managing probate and Surrogate’s Court filings; drafting complex

Formación

• JD from an accredited law school
• NY State Bar admission or eligibility
• 3+ years in trust and estate planning/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 client-focused mindset

Responsabilidades

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

Conocimientos

Estate planning

Trust administration

Communication

Analytical thinking

Client relations

Time management

Educación

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

New York State Bar admission or eligibility

Descripción del empleo

Our client is a well-established law firm seeking an experienced Trust & Estates Administration 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 (125K-150K)
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off
• Professional development and continuing legal education opportunities