Trusts & Estates Associate Attorney

Orion Placement; Pearl River (NY); On-site; USD 115,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Job summary

Confidential Employer in New York is seeking an attorney with 2+ years in trusts and estates to draft wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and related agreements while building lasting client relationships.

You will assist clients with estate planning strategies, wealth preservation, and asset distribution, and handle trust and estate administration matters. This role requires on-site collaboration with attorneys and staff to maintain high service standards.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of trusts and estates experience.
• Active bar admission in NY or NH.
• Strong legal writing and interpersonal skills.
• Experience drafting estate planning documents is a plus.
• Ability to work on-site.

Responsibilities

• Draft and review estate planning documents, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and related agreements.
• Assist clients with estate planning strategies, wealth preservation, and asset distribution.
• Handle trust and estate administration matters, working with beneficiaries, trustees, and fiduciaries.
• Provide legal guidance on estate-related tax issues and planning considerations.
• Communicate directly with clients, understand their goals, and develop practical legal solutions.
• Collaborate with experienced attorneys and support staff on estate planning, probate, and related legal matters.
• Manage multiple client matters while maintaining high standards of service, organization, and accuracy.

Skills

2+ years of trusts and estates

Legal writing

Client communication

Education

Active NY or NH bar admission

Job description

Pay: $115,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Build a rewarding career in trusts and estates with meaningful client relationships and hands-on responsibility.
• Enjoy excellent work-life balance, a collaborative team, and a supportive professional environment.
• Work on estate planning, trust administration, wealth preservation, and tax-related matters that make a lasting difference for clients.
• Benefit from competitive compensation, performance-based bonuses, generous paid time off, healthcare benefits, and retirement contributions.
• Grow your practice with mentorship, professional development, and potential opportunities for future partnership.

Location: We have full-time, on-site opportunities in Warwick, NY; Pearl River, NY; and Concord, NH. Join a welcoming team in an established office where you can collaborate closely with colleagues and build lasting client relationships.

Note: Candidates must have 2+ years of trusts and estates experience and hold an active bar license in the applicable state. New York admission is required for our New York positions, and New Hampshire admission is required for our Concord position. Candidates must be comfortable working on-site.

About Us

Confidential Employer. We are an established, client-focused law firm dedicated to helping individuals, families, and businesses protect their assets and plan confidently for the future. Our practice emphasizes estate planning, trusts, estate administration, tax planning, and elder law. We combine sophisticated legal services with a personal approach and a collaborative environment where attorneys can develop rewarding, long-term careers.

Job Description

• Draft and review estate planning documents, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and related agreements.
• Assist clients with estate planning strategies, wealth preservation, and asset distribution.
• Handle trust and estate administration matters, working with beneficiaries, trustees, and fiduciaries.
• Provide legal guidance on estate-related tax issues and planning considerations.
• Communicate directly with clients, understand their goals, and develop practical legal solutions.
• Collaborate with experienced attorneys and support staff on estate planning, probate, and related legal matters.
• Manage multiple client matters while maintaining high standards of service, organization, and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Active New York or New Hampshire bar admission, depending on office location.
• 2+ years of experience in trusts and estates, estate planning, or trust administration.
• Experience drafting legal documents and communicating directly with clients.
• Strong legal writing, research, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with estate taxation, financial planning, probate, or elder law is a plus.
• Additional bar admissions and experience in related practice areas are welcome.

Why You Will Love Working Here

We believe exceptional legal work should come with a fulfilling professional life. You'll join a friendly, collaborative team that values your contributions, encourages professional growth, and provides opportunities to build lasting relationships with clients. With meaningful responsibilities, excellent benefits, and long-term career potential, this is an opportunity to grow your practice and make a real impact.

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Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan