Trust and Estate Attorney

Jobot; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot, a midsize full-service law firm in New York, seeks a seasoned Trust and Estate Attorney to join its high-performing team and advise clients on estate planning, wills, trusts, and power of attorney. This permanent role requires minimum 5 years' experience and a proven track record; you will handle complex matters and work with a diverse client base.

Candidate must have a JD from an accredited law school and be admitted to the New York state bar; strong analytical and communication skills

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the state bar.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience as a Trust and Estate Attorney.
• Extensive knowledge of estate planning, wills, trusts, and power of attorney.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal concepts to clients.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with clients and colleagues.
• The ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and software.

Responsibilities

• Providing expert legal advice to clients on all aspects of trust and estate law, including estate planning, wills, trusts, and power of attorney.
• Drafting, reviewing, and executing legal documents such as wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and other related documents.
• Representing clients in probate court and handling estate administration matters.
• Conducting thorough legal research to ensure that our clients' estate plans are in compliance with current laws and regulations.
• Collaborating with other members of our legal team to develop and implement effective strategies for managing our clients' estates.
• Developing strong relationships with clients, providing exceptional service, and ensuring that their estate planning needs are met.

Skills

Estate planning

Legal research

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Client service

Work under pressure

Education

Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school

Bar admission (state bar)

Tools

Westlaw/LexisNexis

Job description

Job Details

Salary: $150,000 - $220,000 per year

Midsize full service firm!

Our prestigious law firm is seeking a seasoned Trust and Estate Attorney to join our high-performing team. This position offers the opportunity to work with a diverse client base, providing comprehensive legal advice on estate planning, wills, trusts, and power of attorney. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role and a proven track record of success. This is a permanent position, ideal for a dedicated professional who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and is committed to providing exceptional service to our valued clients.

Responsibilities

1. Providing expert legal advice to clients on all aspects of trust and estate law, including estate planning, wills, trusts, and power of attorney.
2. Drafting, reviewing, and executing legal documents such as wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and other related documents.
3. Representing clients in probate court and handling estate administration matters.
4. Conducting thorough legal research to ensure that our clients' estate plans are in compliance with current laws and regulations.
5. Collaborating with other members of our legal team to develop and implement effective strategies for managing our clients' estates.
6. Developing strong relationships with clients, providing exceptional service, and ensuring that their estate planning needs are met.

Qualifications

1. Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
2. Admission to the state bar.
3. A minimum of 5 years of experience as a Trust and Estate Attorney.
4. Extensive knowledge of estate planning, wills, trusts, and power of attorney.
5. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
6. Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal concepts to clients in a clear and understandable manner.
7. Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with clients and colleagues.
8. A high level of professionalism and a strong commitment to client service.
9. The ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
10. Proficiency in legal research tools and software.

Equal Opportunity

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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