Trusts & Estates Associate — On-Site Growth & Mentorship

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

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.