Trust and Estates Attorney

Elgen Staffing is seeking a skilled Trust and Estates Attorney to join their team in Orange County. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of estate planning and a proven track record of success in the field.

Key Responsibilities:

• Consult with clients to understand their unique estate planning needs and objectives.
• Draft wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and other legal documents in accordance with client instructions and applicable laws.
• Assist trustees and beneficiaries with the administration of trusts, including asset management and distribution.
• Guide clients through the probate process, from validating wills to resolving disputes among heirs or beneficiaries.
• Address legal issues affecting older adults, such as long-term care and Medicaid planning and guardianship proceedings.
• Represent clients in trust and estate litigation, including will contests and breach of fiduciary duty claims.
• Attend relevant events and conduct educational seminars for potential clients.

Requirements:

• A Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the state bar in good standing.
• 3 – 5 years of experience practicing Trust and Estate Planning.
• Ability to cultivate and maintain relationships with clients and legal professionals.
• Strong communication and organization skills.
• Ability to draft and review estate plans for clients, from simple to complex and advanced estate, gift, and tax plans.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Public speaking skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and PerfectLaw preferred.
• Must be able to work onsite at our Walden, NY office.

Nice to Have:

• Admitted to the NJ State Bar, in good standing and accessible to NJ courts.
• Bilingual in Spanish.