Trusts and Estates Litigation Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Trusts and Estates Litigation Attorney in Uniondale, NY. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of six years' experience in trusts and estates or commercial litigation, with a strong interest in fiduciary litigation.

Duties

• Represent and counsel fiduciaries and beneficiaries in contested probate, accountings, and fiduciary litigation.
• Collaborate with attorneys and paralegals on uncontested probate, administration, and accountings.
• Opportunity to work on estate planning and drafting wills, trusts, and related documents.

Requirements

• Highly motivated team player with the ability to work independently.
• Strong legal writing and research skills.
• Desire to develop litigation, negotiation, and administration skills in trusts and estates.
• Ability to manage multiple client matters efficiently.
• Demonstrates initiative, resilience, and dedication.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.

Certifications

• Admitted to practice law in New York State.

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and software.

Benefits

• Medical and dental insurance.
• Group term life insurance.
• Accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
• Long-term disability insurance.
• Optional term life insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Referral bonuses.

This boutique New York law firm offers competitive salaries and practices in the areas of trusts and estates, taxation, arbitration, mediation, ADR, and labor law. Attorneys enjoy a friendly, small-firm atmosphere.