Trusts and Estates Associate Attorney

The TemPositions Group of Companies; Town of Islip (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prestigious law firm on Long Island as a Trusts, Estates & Fiduciary Litigation Associate Attorney. With a significant focus on high-stakes cases for high-net-worth clients, you'll gain valuable courtroom experience and mentorship while handling full-cycle litigation. Become an essential advisor in estate and trust disputes within a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

401(k) with match

Generous PTO

Health/Dental/Vision benefits

Flexible WFH options

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of litigation experience.
• Prior experience with contested trusts and estates preferred.
• Excellent research, writing, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Engage in full-cycle litigation including motion practice and court appearances.
• Work directly with partners and clients on estate and trust disputes.
• Advise on Surrogate’s Court litigation.

Skills

Research

Writing

Communication

Education

NY Bar admission

Job description

Job: Trusts, Estates & Fiduciary Litigation Associate Attorney (Long Island)

Location: Long Island, NY (In-office M–F, with potential to WFH 1 day/week)

Experience: 3–5 years litigation

Salary: $140,000–$180,000 + performance-based bonus

Join one of Long Island’s most respected law firms and work alongside industry leaders in a nationally recognized Trusts, Estates, and Fiduciary Litigation practice. This is an excellent opportunity to work on complex, high-stakes matters involving high-net-worth clients — all while receiving strong mentorship and real courtroom exposure.

What You’ll Do:

• Engage in full-cycle litigation including motion practice, depositions, court appearances, and discovery
• Work directly with partners and clients on sophisticated estate and trust disputes
• Become a go-to advisor in Surrogate’s Court litigation and fiduciary controversies

What You Bring:

• 3–5 years of litigation experience
• NY Bar admission required
• Prior experience with contested trusts, estates, guardianships, or Surrogate’s Court matters strongly preferred
• Excellent research, writing, and communication skills
• Estate planning/administration experience is a plus

Perks & Benefits:

• Competitive base salary + bonus + business origination participation
• 401(k) with match, generous PTO, health/dental/vision, FSA
• Collegial team, collaborative culture, and real career growth
• Flexible WFH 1 day/week (based on performance/business needs)

To Apply: Please submit your resume to Chelsea Johnson at [e-mail]!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.

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Pay:$140,000.00 - $180,000.00