Senior Estate & Trusts Attorney — Probate & Elder Law

SteveRecruiter, LLC; Melville (NY); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Our client is a well-established law firm seeking an experienced Trust & Estates Administration Attorney to join their team in New York. The role focuses on estate planning, trust administration, and related tax matters, with a strong client-service orientation.

The ideal candidate has a NY bar admission, 3+ years in trust and estate work, and uses drafting and analytical skills to advise on wills, trusts, and elder-law planning. This is a full-time, in-office opportunity.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to NYS Bar or eligibility for admission.
• 3+ years of experience in trust and estate planning and 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 the preparation of wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and advance directives
• Counsel client’s wealth transfer strategies, charitable giving, and tax planning
• Administer trusts and estates, including probate proceedings, Surrogate’s 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 experience

Trust & estate administration

Legal drafting

Client communication

Multitasking in a fast-paced env

Interpersonal skills

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Admission to the New York State Bar (or eligibility for admission)

Job description

Our client is a well-established law firm seeking an experienced Trust & Estates Administration Attorney to join their team in New York. The role focuses on estate planning, trust administration, and related tax matters, with a strong client-service orientation.

The ideal candidate has a NY bar admission, 3+ years in trust and estate work, and uses drafting and analytical skills to advise on wills, trusts, and elder-law planning. This is a full-time, in-office opportunity.