Trusts amp Estates Attorney

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a seasoned Trusts & Estates Attorney with 13 years of experience to oversee complex estate planning, fiduciary administration, and trust litigation matters. The successful candidate will provide sophisticated guidance to high-net-worth clients and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver tailored estate solutions.

Location: Brooklyn, NY

Duties

• Advise clients on estate planning strategies, including wills, revocable and irrevocable trusts, and charitable foundations.
• Draft and review estate documents, such as trusts, powers of attorney, healthcare directives, and gift instruments.
• Administer probate and trust estates, handling accountings, asset distributions, and beneficiary communications.
• Represent fiduciaries and beneficiaries in trust and estate litigation, including will contests and breach of fiduciary duty matters.
• Conduct estate tax planning and coordinate with tax advisors on gift, estate, and generation-skipping transfer tax issues.
• Perform due diligence for real estate and business succession transactions within estates.
• Mentor junior attorneys and supervise paralegal staff on case management and document preparation.

Requirements

• 13 years of Trusts & Estates practice.
• Admission to the New York State Bar and in good standing.
• Proven experience in estate planning, administration, and related litigation.
• Familiarity with federal and New York State estate, gift, and fiduciary income tax regulations.
• Strong client relationship development and retention skills.
• Ability to manage a diverse caseload and meet critical deadlines.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in New York State.
• (Preferred) Certificate in Estate Planning or Taxation.

Skills

• Exceptional legal research, drafting, and analytical abilities.
• Effective oral advocacy and negotiation skills.
• Strategic problem-solving with attention to risk mitigation.
• Leadership and team-management experience.
• Proficiency with estate-planning software and legal research databases.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Generous paid time off and flexible scheduling options.
• Continuing legal education allowance and bar dues reimbursement.

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