Estate Litigation Attorney

Offit Kurman; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 117,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

Offit Kurman is seeking an estates litigation attorney with a minimum of three years of experience to join its growing trusts and estates litigation practice in New York. The attorney will handle a diverse portfolio of complex disputes in Surrogate's Court, Supreme Court, and federal court, with responsibilities including drafting motions, taking depositions, appearing in court, and advising clients.

The role will begin fully in-office, with the opportunity to transition to a four-day in-office

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of estates litigation experience.
• Strong foundation in trusts and estates, fiduciary litigation, guardianships, Surrogate's Court procedure, or elder law.
• New York bar admission required.
• Ability to draft motions and pleadings, conduct depositions, appear in court, manage discovery, and advise clients.

Responsibilities

• Draft motions and pleadings.
• Conduct depositions and appear in court.
• Manage discovery and advise clients through high-stakes disputes.
• Handle a diverse portfolio in Surrogate's Court, Supreme Court, and federal court.

Skills

Estate litigation

Legal writing

Case management

Court appearances

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Offit Kurman is seeking an estates litigation attorney with a minimum of three years of experience to join its growing trusts and estates litigation practice in New York. In addition to litigation experience, the candidate should have a strong foundation in one or more of the following areas: trusts and estates, fiduciary litigation, guardianships, Surrogate's Court procedure, and/or elder law.

The attorney will handle a diverse portfolio of complex disputes in Surrogate's Court, Supreme Court, and federal court. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative team with a steady flow of sophisticated and challenging matters.

Responsibilities will include drafting motions and other pleadings, conducting depositions, appearing in court, managing discovery, and advising clients through sensitive and often high-stakes disputes. Strong legal writing skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage cases independently are essential.

Offit Kurman offers a collegial environment, sophisticated work, and a business development program to support long-term growth. New York bar admission is required. The salary range for this position is $130,000+.

The role will begin fully in-office, with the opportunity to transition to a four-day in-office schedule with one remote day.