Trusts and Estates Attorney

Trusts and Estates Attorney – Tully Rinckey PLLC:
White Plains, NY | Full-Time
Associate Level: $120,000.00 - $140,000.00
Partner Level: $140,000.00 - $170,000.00

Advance Your Career with One of New York’s Fastest-Growing Law Firms:
Tully Rinckey PLLC is seeking an experienced Trusts & Estates Attorney to join our growing White Plains, New York office. We are actively hiring attorneys at the Associate, Senior Associate, and Partner levels with a strong background in estate planning, probate, and trust administration.

At Tully Rinckey, you will work alongside a talented team of legal professionals in a collaborative, fast-paced, and supportive environment. Our attorneys benefit from the Firm’s national resources, innovative structure, and strong administrative support that allows them to focus on providing excellent service.

Job Description Overview
As a Trusts & Estates Attorney at Tully Rinckey PLLC, you will provide comprehensive legal counsel to individuals and families across a broad range of estate planning and estate administration matters. The ideal candidate is a motivated attorney with strong drafting skills, sound judgment, and a client-centered approach to practice.
You will:

• Advise clients on estate planning, probate, and trust administration matters
• Draft wills, trusts, powers of attorney, health care proxies, and related estate planning documents
• Represent clients in Surrogate’s Court proceedings and estate litigation matters
• Counsel clients on asset protection and long-term planning strategies
• Provide guidance on Medicaid planning and elder law matters (preferred)
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships through clear communication and trusted advocacy
• Collaborate with attorneys across practice areas to provide comprehensive legal solutions

Senior Associate and Partner-level attorneys will also:

• Manage and grow an existing book of business
• Mentor junior attorneys and contribute to practice development initiatives
• Play an active role in expanding the firm’s Trusts & Estates presence in the Rochester market

What are we looking for?

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Admitted and in good standing to practice in New York State
• Minimum of 2 years of Trusts & Estates experience
• Experience advising clients on estate planning and probate matters
• Medicaid planning experience strongly preferred
• Strong drafting, litigation, and client communication skills
• Ability to work independently while thriving in a collaborative team environment
• Demonstrated commitment to professionalism, ethics, and client service
• Senior Associate and Partner candidates must have an existing book of business

Compensation & Benefits
Beginning January 1, 2026, newly admitted attorneys at Tully Rinckey PLLC receive a starting salary of $120,000, along with the opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses of up to 60% of base salary, rewarding productivity, excellence, and client impact. Employees will also receive access to a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:

• No-cost health insurance for basic plans
• Free dental and vision coverage
• 100% employer match on 401(k) contributions up to 6% for full-time employees.
• Three weeks of paid time off after 18 months of full-time employment.

These enhancements, combined with the firm’s continued strategic growth, reflect Tully Rinckey’s commitment to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and rewarding workplace for its employees.