Description:

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented newly admitted Associate Attorney with a strong interest in Elder Law, Trusts & Estates and Probate and Administration to join our legal team.

Estate Planning – Assist Partners in client meetings to develop estate plans and supervise execution of documents. drafting wills, revocable and irrevocable trusts (SNT, ILIT, Medicaid trusts, etc.), powers of attorney, health care proxies, living wills,

Elder Law – Assist Partners and paralegal with preparation and submission of Community based and Nursing Home Medicaid applications.

Estate Administration/Probate - All facets of administration including drafting petitions to marshaling assets, creditor's petitions, preparation/review of accountings and related Court appearances.

Estate Litigation – Assist Partners in all facets of estate litigation including drafting of Surrogate's Court petitions, discovery demands, and responsive pleadings and all motions related to the respective matter and its causes of action (motions for default, preclusion, discovery, summary judgment, etc.), preparation for and conducting 1404 and 2211 examinations, trials in Surrogate's Court.

Court appearances in different boroughs/counties will be required.

Qualifications:
  • Juris Doctorate Degree; Admission to the New York State Bar (or in the process of being admitted)
  • Professional demeanor and positive, client-first attitude
  • Knowledge in computer skills and familiarity with Hotdocs, Word, Wordperfect, Excel and Microsoft Teams preferred.
  • Must be pro-active, meticulous, self-starter, quick study, organized, detail-oriented and able to multi-task
  • Desire/ability to work successfully in a team-oriented environment