Junior Private Clients (Trust and Estates) Associate Attorney

A law firm in New York City is seeking a Junior Private Clients (Trust and Estates) Associate Attorney with 2-4 years of experience in estate planning. The ideal candidate should have a strong foundation in drafting trusts, wills, healthcare directives, and powers of attorney. Basic knowledge of applicable estate and gift taxes is essential, along with proficiency in estate administration procedures. Experience in establishing, advising, and dissolving non-profit organizations is a plus. Strong written and oral communication skills are necessary, and the candidate must be admitted in New York State, with admissions in New Jersey and/or Connecticut considered a plus.

Duties:

• Draft trusts, wills, healthcare directives, and powers of attorney for clients.
• Possess basic knowledge of applicable estate and gift taxes.
• Proficient in estate administration procedures, including preparation of probate papers, estate tax returns, review of fiduciary income tax returns, and settlement of financial accountings.
• Provide legal advice on the establishment, operation, and dissolution of non-profit organizations.
• Collaborate with clients and senior attorneys to develop comprehensive estate plans.
• Stay updated on changes in trust and estate laws and regulations.
• Conduct legal research and analysis to support client cases.

Requirements:

• 2-4 years of experience in trust and estates at a reputable firm or bank.
• Admitted to the New York State Bar; admissions in New Jersey and/or Connecticut are a plus.

Education:

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

Skills:

• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency in estate planning and administration procedures.
• Knowledge of applicable estate and gift tax laws.
• Experience in non-profit organization establishment, operation, and dissolution.
• Legal research and analytical skills.

This mid-sized New York law firm is a unique blend of legal talent and creative energy. The firm is small enough to render the most personalized service, yet because it is so focused it can handle the most sophisticated transactions and the most complex litigation in those areas in which is concentrates. It specializes in real estate, tax, business, e-commerce, labor, regulatory and litigation areas and offers extremely competitive salaries. The firm is distinguished from others by its ability to create practical and imaginative business solutions to complex legal problems as a result of the partners own varied business experiences and its cost effect approaches. There is close-knit atmosphere at this firm, engendered by the mutual respect with which its attorneys treat one another. This mid-sized firm may not be the most prestigious on the block (although they are located on a prestigious block in mid-town Manhattan), they are a great opportunity for an attorney looking for a solid practice in a supportive environment.