Estate Planning Attorney

A highly regarded law firm is seeking an experienced Estate Planning Attorney to join its New York City office. This is a senior-level opportunity requiring substantial expertise in advising high net-worth clients on complex estate planning and wealth transfer strategies. Candidates must have at least 8 years of experience in estate planning working with high net-worth clients to be considered.

Responsibilities:

• Independently manage a sophisticated book of high net-worth clients
• Advise clients on estate, gift, and generation-skipping transfer tax planning, charitable giving strategies, and related wealth preservation techniques.
• Draft and oversee the preparation of complex estate planning documents, including trusts, family partnerships, and related structures.
• Provide strategic tax guidance in collaboration with in-house and external advisors (CPAs, wealth managers, etc.).
• Maintain and deepen long-term client relationships while serving as a trusted advisor.

Qualifications:

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active license to practice law in New York.
• Minimum of 8 years of dedicated experience in estate planning and tax law.
• Proven background advising ultra-high-net-worth individuals and families.
• Exceptional knowledge of federal estate and gift tax laws; familiarity with New York state-specific estate and tax regulations is strongly preferred.
• Ability to operate independently and provide high-level strategic counsel.

This is an outstanding opportunity to join one of the nation’s leading firms, working on highly sophisticated matters in a well-resourced environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $160,000.00 - $300,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person