Senior Elder Care & Estate Planning Attorney

Rare Bird Recruiting; Melville (NY); On-site; USD 135,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary + bonus

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

A well-established law firm in New York seeks an experienced Elder Care & Estate Planning 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 include advising clients on wills, trusts, powers of attorney,

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Admission to NYS Bar (or eligible).
• 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 a client-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on all aspects of estate planning, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and advance directives.
• Counsel wealth transfer strategies, charitable giving, and tax planning.
• Administer trusts and estates, including probate, Surrogate's Court filings, and related litigation when necessary.
• Draft, review, and 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

Legal drafting

Client communication

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

A well-established law firm in New York seeks an experienced Elder Care & Estate Planning 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 include advising clients on wills, trusts, powers of attorney,