Trusts & Estates Planning Associate Attorney
Abrams Fensterman, LLP · Lake Success, NY · 3 wk ago
On-siteConsulting$125k/yrFull-time
About the role
The firm is seeking to expand its Trusts & Estates Department by adding a talented Trusts & Estates Planning Associate Attorney to their team.
Responsibilities
- Advising individuals and families on estate planning strategies
- Drafting sophisticated estate planning documents
- Assisting clients with wealth preservation and succession planning objectives
- Preparing and reviewing wills, revocable and irrevocable trusts, powers of attorney, health care proxies, living wills, and related estate planning documents
- Providing practical, strategic guidance tailored to each client's personal, family, and financial goals
- Assisting with probate and administration proceedings in Surrogate's Court
Requirements
- Juris Doctor degree (J.D.) from an accredited law school
- Licensed to practice law in New York State
- Preferably 4+ years of experience in trusts and estates planning, estate administration, elder law, or a related practice area
- Experience drafting sophisticated estate planning documents and advising clients on estate planning strategies
- Familiarity with Surrogate's Court procedures and probate and administration proceedings
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office
- Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize and manage competing deadlines
- Comfortable working with clients, financial professionals, and colleagues in a fast-paced environment