Associate Attorney

Associate Attorney- Contract to Hire (JN -072026-294499) New York, New York Salary: USD50 - USD70 per hour + Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits and 401K A respected law firm is seeking an experienced Associate Attorney with 3-5 years of Trusts & Estates experience to join its growing practice on a contract-to-hire basis . This hybrid opportunity is available in either the firm's Manhattan, NY or Hackensack, NJ office. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with estate planning, probate administration, trust administration, and fiduciary matters. This role offers significant client interaction and the opportunity to work closely with high-net-worth individuals, families, fiduciaries, and advisors. Responsibilities Draft and review estate planning documents, including wills, revocable and irrevocable trusts, powers of attorney, healthcare proxies, and advance directives. Handle probate and estate administration matters from inception through closing. Prepare and file probate petitions, accountings, inventories, fiduciary reports, and related court documents. Advise executors, trustees, beneficiaries, and fiduciaries regarding estate and trust administration matters. Counsel clients on estate planning strategies, wealth preservation, and succession planning. Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda, correspondence, and legal opinions. Assist with trust funding, asset transfers, and post-death administration. Represent clients in Surrogate's Court proceedings and related probate matters. Collaborate with financial advisors, accountants, trust officers, and other professionals to support client objectives. Maintain strong client relationships through responsive communication and exceptional service. Qualifications J.D. from an accredited law school. Active admission in New York and/or New Jersey ; admission in both jurisdictions is a plus. 3-5 years of experience in trusts, estates, probate, and estate administration. Strong knowledge of estate planning and fiduciary law. Experience drafting sophisticated estate planning documents. Ability to independently manage probate and estate administration matters. Excellent legal research, writing, analytical, and communication skills. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment. Preferred Qualifications Experience working with high-net-worth individuals and families. Exposure to estate, gift, and generation-skipping transfer tax planning. Experience with fiduciary accountings and trust administration. Familiarity with New York and/or New Jersey Surrogate's Court procedures. Name: Please include your first and last name. Email: @ Phone: Please include your country code. CV / Resume: supported file types: .doc .docx .odt .pdf .rtf .txt Yes, I am currently eligible to work (work permit/visa/citizenship) in the country to which I am applying. No, I am not currently eligible to work (work permit/visa/citizenship) in the country to which I am applying. #J-18808-Ljbffr