Estate Litigation Associate Attorney – Trust & Probate Disputes

Orion Placement; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Discretionary bonus potential

Job summary

Confidential Employer, a full-service law firm in Lake Success, NY, seeks a litigation attorney with a JD and NY bar to support estate and probate matters. The role offers mentorship, client-facing experience, and increasing responsibilities within a collaborative team.

Join a firm that emphasizes professional growth, meaningful court involvement, flexible hybrid scheduling (4 days onsite, 1 remote), and opportunities across estate planning and civil litigation.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active New York Bar admission required.
• 2+ years of relevant legal experience preferred; newly admitted attorneys are welcome to apply.
• Experience in estate litigation, probate, trusts, or civil litigation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior attorneys with estate litigation, contested probate matters, trust disputes, and related civil litigation.
• Support Surrogate's Court proceedings, including petitions, motions, court filings, and case preparation.
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, correspondence, memoranda, and other litigation documents.
• Assist with commercial litigation matters arising from estate-related disputes.
• Collaborate with attorneys handling estate planning, estate administration, elder law, and guardianship matters.
• Communicate professionally with clients, attorneys, and court personnel while helping keep cases moving forward.
• Develop your litigation skills and gradually take ownership of more complex responsibilities.

Skills

Legal research

Writing skills

Communication

Organization

Education

J.D. degree

Bar admission NY

Job description

• Develop your litigation career with hands-on mentorship from experienced attorneys who are invested in your success.
• Work on meaningful estate and probate disputes, including Surrogate's Court proceedings and related litigation.
• Build valuable courtroom and client-facing experience while taking on increasing responsibility as you grow.
• Enjoy a hybrid schedule with one remote day each week.
• Benefit from an established, collaborative law firm offering professional development, comprehensive benefits, and potential discretionary bonuses.

Location

Join our team in Lake Success, NY, with a flexible hybrid arrangement of four days onsite and one day working remotely each week. Occasional travel to Brooklyn may be needed.

Note

Applicants must hold a J.D. and be admitted to practice law in New York. We welcome newly admitted attorneys with strong potential, while candidates with prior estate litigation, probate, trust, or civil litigation experience are especially encouraged to apply.

About Us

We are an established, full-service law firm dedicated to delivering thoughtful legal solutions and exceptional client service. Our collaborative team provides meaningful mentorship, opportunities for professional growth, and the resources attorneys need to build rewarding careers.

Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Assist senior attorneys with estate litigation, contested probate matters, trust disputes, and related civil litigation.
• Support Surrogate's Court proceedings, including petitions, motions, court filings, and case preparation.
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, correspondence, memoranda, and other litigation documents.
• Assist with commercial litigation matters arising from estate-related disputes.
• Collaborate with attorneys handling estate planning, estate administration, elder law, and guardianship matters.
• Communicate professionally with clients, attorneys, and court personnel while helping keep cases moving forward.
• Develop your litigation skills and gradually take ownership of more complex responsibilities.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active New York Bar admission required.
• 2+ years of relevant legal experience preferred; newly admitted attorneys are welcome to apply.
• Experience in estate litigation, probate, trusts, or civil litigation is a plus.
• Strong legal research, writing, organization, and communication skills.
• Interest in estate-related disputes, litigation strategy, and professional growth.

Why You Will Love Working Here

• Supportive colleagues and experienced attorneys who value mentorship and teamwork.
• Opportunities to develop expertise in estate litigation and related practice areas.
• Meaningful client interaction and increasing responsibility as your career progresses.
• Benefits including medical and dental coverage, paid time off, paid holidays, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan.
• Annual performance reviews and discretionary bonus potential.