Senior Trusts & Estates Administration Attorney

The Recruiting Hive; Melville (NY); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

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

Candidates will advise on wills, trusts, guardianship, elder law, and probate, while building long-term client relationships and delivering detailed, precise legal work in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school required.
• Excellent drafting, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Advise on estate planning, wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and advance directives.
• Counsel on wealth transfer strategies, charitable giving, and tax planning.
• Administer trusts and estates, including probate filings and related litigation when needed.
• Draft, review, and interpret complex estate planning documents and trust agreements.
• Coordinate with financial professionals to implement comprehensive plans.
• Handle guardianship and elder law matters (Medicaid planning and applications).
• Maintain ongoing client relationships and provide exceptional service.

Skills

Drafting skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

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

Candidates will advise on wills, trusts, guardianship, elder law, and probate, while building long-term client relationships and delivering detailed, precise legal work in a fast-paced setting.