Trusts and Estates Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Trusts and Estates Associate with 6 to 9 years of experience in sophisticated estate planning and trusts matters in New York. Experience in cross-border estate planning is a plus.

Duties

• Advise clients on all aspects of estate planning and estate and trust administration.
• Serve high-net-worth individuals, businesses, nonprofits, and corporate trust departments.
• Collaborate with other practice areas to deliver comprehensive solutions for clients.
• Develop and implement multi-generational wealth preservation strategies.
• Maintain strong client relationships, providing excellent service and communication.

Requirements

• Proven track record of working with high-net-worth clients.
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Excellent technical, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other practice areas.

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Bar admission in the state of New York.

Skills

• Strong technical, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain strong client relationships.
• Experience in cross-border estate planning is a plus.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and long-term disability insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid Time Off.
• Pension plan.

Working collaboratively with clients, this firm assists them with every possible legal issue a business or an individual may face. The firm serves the legal needs of numerous public and private businesses, ranging from entrepreneurs to Fortune 1000 companies, as well as governmental entities, nonprofit institutions, and individuals. Realizing that diversity is a primary ingredient in providing superior value to clients, the firm attracts professionals with diverse professional and personal backgrounds.