Private Client Associate - Estate Planning - New York City

A leading law firm is seeking a mid- to senior-level associate to join its Private Client practice in the New York City office. The role offers the opportunity to advise individuals, families, fiduciaries, non-profit organizations, and closely held businesses on sophisticated estate planning, estate and trust administration, transfer tax matters, and estate litigation.

The associate will collaborate with attorneys across multiple offices within a growing, team-oriented practice known for its strong commitment to client service. The position involves meaningful responsibility and the chance to handle complex matters for high-net-worth clients.

The firm maintains a flexible in-office policy, with attorneys generally working from the office three days per week to support collaboration, relationship-building, and client service while preserving work-life balance.

• Four or more years of experience in estate planning, preferably with an emphasis on transfer tax planning for high-net-worth individuals
• Familiarity with trust and estate administration, including probate proceedings, trust administration, and gift and estate tax returns
• Ability to produce high-quality work with minimal supervision
• Strong academic credentials and excellent written and oral communication skills
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
• Admission to the New York bar, or eligibility to waive into the New York bar promptly after hire
• Preferred: Experience advising on elder law matters such as long-term care planning, Medicaid planning, guardianships, and special needs planning
• Preferred: Experience with trust and estate litigation
• Preferred: Licensed and in good standing to practice in New Jersey