Trust and Estates Associate Attorney

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Trust and Estates Associate Attorney in Syracuse, NY. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of estate practice and/or litigation experience. This role offers a hybrid work schedule and involves representing clients in legal proceedings, drafting legal documents, and advising on legal transactions.

Duties

• Represent clients in court.
• Prepare and draft legal documents on behalf of clients.
• Advise clients on business and legal transactions.
• Negotiate settlements for legal disputes.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Admission in New York required; additional federal admission preferred.
• Familiarity with Zoom, MS Teams, and other video conferencing platforms.
• Ability to travel as needed.
• High-level organizational skills for prioritizing workload.
• Demonstrated ability to absorb and process new information rapidly.
• Experience with online research sites.
• Excellent research, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities.
• Experience with online filing and research sites.

Education

• Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission in New York (or ability to waive in) required.
• Additional admission in federal court preferred.

Skills

• High-level organizational skills.
• Excellent research and communication skills.
• Proficiency with video conferencing platforms.

Benefits

• PTO.
• 401(k).

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
125 Park Avenue, 25th floor
New York
New York
United States 10017
Phone : (212) 232-0277
Fax : (213) 895-7306