Trusts & Estate Attorney| Up to $200k Base | Hackensack, NJ

We Are Legal Revolution; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to $180K Base

Performance-Based Bonus

Job summary

A prestigious law firm in Hackensack, NJ is seeking a seasoned Trusts & Estate Attorney with a focus on estate planning and trust administration. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience and must be barred in New York. Offering a competitive base salary up to $200K plus performance-based bonuses, the firm prides itself on providing a high-level legal environment without the city's pressures. Join a team recognized for excellence and work with high-net-worth clients.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in trusts and estate law.
• Licensed to practice law in New York.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on estate planning strategies.
• Manage probate and trust administration.
• Draft and negotiate estate planning documents.
• Collaborate with financial advisors and accountants.
• Support litigation teams in contested matters.

Skills

Estate Planning

Trust Administration

Client Representation

Litigation Support

Job description

Trusts & Estate Attorney | Up to $200k Base | Hackensack, NJ 📍

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We Are Legal Revolution provided pay range

This range is provided by We Are Legal Revolution. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$150,000.00/yr - $200,000.00/yr

I am currently working with one of New York’s highest rated mid-size firms, who are actively seeking a Trusts and Estate Attorney to join them. In terms of the opportunity, here is the headlines:

The Firm 🏢

• Multi-Award Winning Firm: Join a firm recognized for its prestige; winning ‘Best Place to Work’, ‘Best Law Firm’ & has multiple recognized Attorney’s
• High Level Environment: Work alongside Ex-Big Law Attorneys, T50 Grads and certified Super Lawyers in one of New York’s best rated Mid-Size firms!
• High-Quality Work, Without the City Hassle: Experience the caliber of Boston-level legal work in a firm renowned for its excellence and prestigious client base - without the stress and commute of city life.

The Role 💼

• Estate & Tax Planning: Advise high-net-worth individuals and families on sophisticated estate planning strategies, focusing on wealth preservation, tax efficiency, charitable giving, and trust structuring.
• Trust & Estate Administration: Manage probate and trust administration matters from start to finish, ensuring full compliance with state and federal requirements while maintaining the highest fiduciary standards.
• Handle Complex Transactions: Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of estate planning documents; including wills, trusts, and related agreements - customized to meet the unique goals of each client.
• Client Representation: Deliver strategic, personalized counsel to individuals, families, and business owners, collaborating with financial advisors, accountants, and other professionals to achieve comprehensive solutions.
• Litigation Support: Partner with litigation teams on contested estate and trust matters, including will contests, fiduciary duty disputes, and complex tax controversies.

The Requirements ✅

• 3+ Years Experience
• Barred in NY

The Package ✅

• Up to $180K Base
• Performance Based Bonus

For a confidential and non-obligation call to find out more about this opportunity please apply here or email your resume to [e-mail] and let me know when you are free for a call to discuss this in more detail.