Trust & Estate Associate

Bond, Schoeneck & King; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Bond, Schoeneck & King PLLC in Buffalo, NY seeks an experienced Trust & Estate Associate to join its sophisticated practice group. The role focuses on estate planning, trust administration, probate, and federal estate and gift tax matters for high-net-worth clients.

The successful candidate will demonstrate excellence in legal research, writing, drafting, and analysis, with strong client-service skills. We value the ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team, delivering

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice in New York State.
• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Strong knowledge of estate planning, trust administration, probate, and federal estate and gift tax principles.
• Excellent research, writing, drafting and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines with attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and client-service skills.
• Experience with high-net-worth clients and sophisticated estate planning structures is preferred.

Skills

Estate planning

Trust administration

Probate

Taxation (estate & gift)

Education

J.D. degree

Job description

## Trust & Estate Associate**Date:** October 16, 2026Bond, Schoeneck & King PLLC, isseeking an experienced Associate to join its sophisticated trust & estatepractice group in its **Buffalo, NY office**. Bond is an AmLaw 200,full-service law firm with more than 300 attorneys and 14 offices locatedacross New York State, Boston, MA, Kansas City, KS, Naples, FL, and Newark, NJ.**Location Hiring**: Buffalo, NY**Qualifications:*** Admitted to practice in New York State.* J.D. degree from accredited law school.* Strong knowledge of estate planning, trust administration, probate, and federal estate and gift tax principles.* Excellent legal research, writing, drafting, and analytical skills.* Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines with careful attention to detail.* Strong interpersonal and client-service skills.* Sound professional judgment and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.* Experience working with high-net-worth clients and sophisticated estate planning structures is preferred.**How to Apply:**Clickhere to apply.Candidates can learn more about our Trust & Estate practice here.