Trust & Estate Attorney (Senior Counsel or Partner)

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Andrew CastilloAre you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button and sending us your resume.Salary: $155,000 - $210,000 per yearA bit about us:Our Client is a full-service law firm of more than 300 attorneys with 14 offices that are located across New York State, as well as in Boston, Kansas City, FL and NJ. They are actively seeking an experience Trust & Estates Attorney at the Senior Counsel or even Partner level.Why join us?401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offRetirement planVision insuranceJob DetailsJob Details:Our firm is seeking a seasoned Permanent Trust & Estate Attorney (Senior Counsel or Partner) to join our dynamic team. This role is designed for a legal professional with a robust background in trust administration, estate planning, and probate. The successful candidate will bring a minimum of 8 years of experience to our team, along with a passion for providing top-notch legal services to our clients. This role requires a deep understanding of the complexities of trust and estate laws, as well as the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and integrity. Responsibilities:As a Permanent Trust & Estate Attorney, you will be called upon to:1. Provide comprehensive legal advice to clients on matters related to trust administration, estate planning, and probate.2. Draft, review, and revise various legal documents, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and health care directives.3. Represent clients in probate and trust administration proceedings, ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.4. Develop and implement sophisticated estate plans, wealth transfer strategies, and succession plans for high-net-worth individuals and families.5. Negotiate, draft and review complex trust and estate agreements, ensuring the protection of our clients' interests.6. Conduct legal research and stay abreast of changes in trust and estate laws to provide the most accurate and up-to-date advice to clients.7. Collaborate with other attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to ensure efficient and effective case management.Qualifications:The ideal candidate for the Permanent Trust & Estate Attorney role will possess the following qualifications:1. Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.2. Admitted to practice law in the state, with a clean disciplinary record.3. A minimum of 8 years of experience in trust and estate law, with a focus on trust administration, estate planning, and probate.4. Proven track record of successfully managing complex trust and estate cases.5. Exceptional communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to explain complex legal concepts to clients in a clear and understandable manner.6. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail.7. Proficiency in using legal research tools and software.8. High degree of professional ethics and integrity.9. Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned Trust & Estate Attorney to join a dynamic and highly respected legal team. If you have the requisite skills and experience, we look forward to receiving your application.Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button.Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Created: 2025-06-05