Trusts & Estates Attorney (Partner)

Overview

Premier Long Island law firm, Ruskin Moscou Faltischek, P.C., is seeking experienced attorneys to join its recognized Trusts & Estates Department. Opportunities are available in both Planning & Administration, and Surrogate’s Court Litigation. A portable book of business is preferred.

Why join our team?

RMF offers experienced attorneys the opportunity to work on sophisticated matters, develop meaningful client relationships, and expand their practices within a highly respected and growing firm. Attorneys benefit from a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment, a strong platform for business development, and the resources and support needed to build long-term success. Combined with competitive compensation and significant advancement opportunities, RMF provides an exceptional environment for attorneys looking to take the next step in their careers.

Trusts & Estates Partner (Planning/Administration)

Responsibilities:

• Lead sophisticated estate planning, estate and trust administration, and related tax matters.
• Advise clients on estate, gift, and GST tax planning.
• Develop and implement complex wealth transfer strategies.
• Prepare estate tax returns.
• Manage estate administrations from start to finish.

Requirements

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school with strong academic credentials. LLM in Taxation is preferred.
• Admission to the New York State Bar.
• 10+ years of sophisticated Trusts & Estates planning, administration, and tax.
• Supervisory experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, time management and organizational skills, and a strong work ethic.

Trusts & Estates Litigation Partner

Responsibilities:

• Independently manage a T&E Litigation caseload from inception to resolution including taking and/or defending depositions; appearing in court and at hearings; drafting pleadings, motions, discovery demands and responses, and related submissions; and conducting legal research.
• Supervise and mentor a team of associates and paralegals.

Requirements

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
• Admission to the New York State bar.
• 10+ years of sophisticated Trusts & Estates litigation experience including Surrogate’s Court experience.
• Experience with estate administration, including estate tax matters, is a plus.
• Trial experience preferred.
• Supervisory experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, time management and organizational skills, and a strong work ethic.

The firm offers a comprehensive package including a competitive base salary and performance-based bonus program.

Target Hiring Range: $200,000 – $300,000. Actual compensation will be determined by a wide range of factors including, but not limited to, experience, education/training, book of business, and relevant skills.

In addition, the firm offers other benefits including generous paid time off, hybrid work option, reimbursement for bar association dues and attorney registration fees, health care, dental and vision insurance, access to flexible spending accounts, and 401(k) plan with employer match.

About the Firm

Ruskin Moscou Faltischek, P.C. is a preeminent Long Island law firm. Founded in 1968, the firm has consistently evolved and expanded to meet our clients’ changing needs. As specialized as we are diverse, we have built cornerstone groups that represent all major practice areas of law including: corporate & securities, financial services, commercial litigation, health care, real estate, employment, and trusts & estates. Our clientele is diverse, sophisticated and includes large and mid-sized corporations, privately held businesses, institutions and individuals. With more than 60 attorneys, superior knowledge of the law, polished business acumen and proven credentials, Ruskin Moscou Faltischek has earned a reputation for excellence and success. It is this ongoing achievement that makes us an acknowledged leader among our peers and the preferred choice among Long Island business leaders.