Guardianship and Elder Law Associate Attorney

Abrams Fensterman, LLP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 125,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Job summary

Abrams Fensterman, LLP in New York seeks an Associate Attorney for its Guardianship and Elder Law Department, based at the Lake Success office. The role covers all phases of litigation, including drafting pleadings, research, motions, and court appearances, in person and remotely.

Requirements: J.D. from an accredited law school, New York license, and 4+ years in guardianship or elder law; proficiency in Microsoft Office; ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in New York State.
• 4+ years of experience in guardianship, elder law, Medicaid planning.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Ability to prioritize and manage tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable communicating with senior management and colleagues across departments.

Responsibilities

• Experience in all phases of litigation, including drafting pleadings, legal research, motion practice, and frequent court appearances (in person and remote).
• Handle guardianship and elder law matters, including Medicaid planning and public benefits advocacy.
• Practice before the Surrogate’s Court and the Supreme Court as needed.
• Communicate effectively with clients, court personnel, and adversaries, upholding professionalism.

Skills

Litigation

Legal research

Oral advocacy

Written advocacy

Client communication

Time management

Education

Juris Doctor

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our legal team is committed to providing each client with quality counsel, innovative solutions, and personalized service. Founded in 2000, the firm offers the legal expertise of its 120+ attorneys, who have accumulated experience and problem-solving skills over decades of practice.

We are a prominent mid-size law firm with a high-volume practice looking to increase its talented ranks of attorneys by adding an Associate Attorney to its Guardianship and Elder Law Department.

The candidate will have experience in all phases of litigation, including drafting pleadings, legal research, motion practice, and making frequent court appearances, both remotely and in person, in a variety of venues.

The candidate should have experience with Mental Hygiene Law Article 81 guardianship proceedings, including both contested and uncontested matters, as well as familiarity with Medicaid planning, eligibility, and public benefits advocacy. The role also offers meaningful opportunities to practice before the Surrogate’s Court and the Supreme Court. The ideal candidate will appreciate the importance of effective advocacy on behalf of elderly individuals, individuals with developmental disabilities, and those requiring long term care planning and public benefits assistance.

The candidate must demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to communicate concisely and persuasively. Sound judgment, professionalism, and personability are essential, as the position involves frequent interaction with clients, court personnel, and adversaries. A strong work ethic and a genuine interest in working as part of a supportive and collaborative team are required. This is an in‑person position based out of our Lake Success office. The role requires a full five‑day per week in‑office presence.

What You Will Need To Have

• Juris Doctor degree (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in New York State.
• Years of experience in guardianship, elder law, Medicaid planning, or a related practice area. Preferably 4+ years of experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Demonstrated ability to be flexible and effectively prioritize work tasks.
• Comfortable working with all levels of business professionals, including senior management and colleagues across departments, in a fast-paced environment.

Incentives

• Range: $125k-$145k
• Paid time off