Description:
🚨 Trusts & Estates Associate | New York
What stands out about this opportunity:
- Premium Midsize Billing Rates – Average $800/hour on complex, high-value estate and trust matters.
- Exceptional Longevity & Culture – Attorneys enjoy one of the best retention rates in the city, often staying 10–20+ years.
- U/HNW & Influential Client Work – Serve ultra-high-net-worth individuals and handle government-related estate matters.
- Strong Alternative to BigLaw – Renowned for high-quality, sophisticated work in a collegial midsize firm setting.
- Solid Compensation & Benefits – Competitive base up to $195k with performance incentives and a comprehensive benefits package.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Draft complex wills, trusts, and estate planning documents for high-net-worth clients.
- Administer trusts and estates, including probate proceedings and accountings.
- Handle contested estate litigation and fiduciary disputes.
- Advise on tax planning, charitable giving, and succession strategies.
Core Requirements (Flexibility for Exceptional Candidates):
- JD and active NY bar.
- 3–7+ years of trusts & estates experience with strong drafting skills.