Estate & Trusts Administration Attorney – In-Office, Competitive Salary

True North Consultants, Inc.; Melville (NY); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

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.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice in New York or eligible for admission.
• 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 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 proceedings, Surrogates 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

Tax law

Drafting

Communication

Client service

Education

J.D. degree

Job description

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.