Attorney

A growing, NYC-based law firm is seeking a Trusts & Estates Associate Attorney to join its expanding Private Wealth / Estates practice. This is a high-impact opportunity for an attorney interested in high-net-worth (HNW) estate planning, tax strategy, and practice growth within a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment. Key Responsibilitie Draft and review estate planning documents (wills, trusts, powers of attorney, healthcare proxies) Advise high-net-worth individuals (HNW/UHNW) on wealth transfer, tax planning, and estate strategies Handle trust and estate administration matters, including probate and Surrogate’s Court filings Support complex tax planning and succession planning strategies Manage matters with increasing autonomy and take ownership of client relationships Collaborate directly with partners on private wealth planning and client strategy Contribute to business development, client growth, and practice expansion initiatives Why This Opportunity Growing Private Wealth practice within an established NYC firm Direct mentorship from partner-level leadership with strong technical expertise Opportunity for early responsibility, autonomy, and client exposure Flexible compensation structure (hours-based or business generation bonus) Clear path to practice growth and potential business development incentives Collegial, entrepreneurial environment focused on long-term client relationships Qualifications Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school Active New York Bar admission Experience in trusts & estates, estate planning, or private wealth law Strong drafting skills across wills, trusts, and estate planning documents Familiarity with tax planning concepts and wealth structuring strategies Ability to manage workload independently and handle 1700–1800 billable hours annually Interest in business development and building a long-term practice Strong interpersonal and client-facing communication skills #J-18808-Ljbffr SR Staffing