Trust and Estates Litigation Attorney

Jobot; New York (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision and HSA

401k

Path to Partner

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Trust and Estates Associate/Attorney to join our Islandia, NY office. The role involves managing a Trusts and Estates Litigation caseload, drafting pleadings, taking depositions, and appearing in court.

Ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of trusts & estates litigation, NY bar in good standing, strong research and writing skills, and proficiency with Westlaw or LexisNexis.

Qualifications

• Licensed NYS attorney in good standing.
• 3–5 years of trusts & estates experience with a litigation focus.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Proficiency with Westlaw or LexisNexis.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery demands and responses.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Conduct thorough legal research.
• Appear in court for various proceedings.
• Maintain meticulous records of case files, correspondence, court filings, and administrative documentation in the law office management system.

Skills

Trusts & Estates

Litigation experience

Legal research

Court appearances

Education

New York State bar admission

Tools

Westlaw

LexisNexis

Job description

Trust and Estates Litigation Attorney

$140000 - $220000 per year | Islandia, NY | On-site | Permanent

Well Known Firm

A bit about us:

We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Trust and Estates Associate / Attorney to join our legal team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation Surrogate’s Court practice, including contested trust and estate proceedings, will construction, fiduciary removal and other litigation related to estate administration. We are a 60+ attorney firm established over 25 years ago.

As a key member of our firm, you will play a vital role in guiding clients through complex legal processes related to trusts, estates, and related legal disciplines. This position provides opportunities for professional growth within a collaborative environment.

Why join us?

• Competitive benefits


• Medical, Dental , Vision an HSA


• 401k


• Path to Partner

Job Details

Manage Trust and Estates Litigation caseload:

• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery demands and responses


• Take and defend depositions


• Conduct thorough legal research


• Appear in court for various proceedings


• Maintain meticulous records of case files, correspondence, court filings, and administrative documentation in the law office management system

Qualifications

• Member of New York State bar in good standing


• Proven experience, 3-5 years, in trusts & estates, with preferred focus in litigation; prior experience in litigation is highly desirable.


• Proficiency in legal research platforms such as Westlaw or LexisNexis; excellent research skills are essential.


• Exceptional writing skills with the ability to draft clear, precise legal documents and correspondence.

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.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.