Litigation Attorney- Trusts and Estates

A growing and entrepreneurial law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Attorney to join its expanding Trusts & Estates Litigation Practice in New York. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who enjoys handling sophisticated, high-stakes disputes while working closely with clients through complex and often sensitive personal and family matters. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of five years of litigation experience and a strong foundation in one or more of the following areas: trusts and estates, fiduciary litigation, guardianship proceedings, Surrogate's Court practice, elder law, or matters involving issues of capacity and undue influence. This position offers substantial client contact, meaningful courtroom experience, and the opportunity to work on challenging matters alongside experienced practitioners in a collaborative and supportive environment. Position Overview The attorney will manage a diverse caseload involving contested estate and trust matters, fiduciary disputes, guardianship proceedings, and related litigation in New York Surrogate's Court, Supreme Court, and federal courts. The successful candidate will be comfortable taking ownership of matters, developing litigation strategy, and guiding clients through emotionally charged and financially significant disputes. Key Responsibilities Handle all phases of trusts and estates litigation matters from inception through resolution Represent clients in Surrogate's Court, Supreme Court, and federal court proceedings Draft and argue motions, pleadings, discovery requests, and other litigation-related documents Conduct depositions, witness examinations, and fact investigations Appear at court conferences, hearings, mediations, and trials Advise fiduciaries, beneficiaries, executors, trustees, and family members regarding contested estate and trust matters Handle disputes involving: Will contests Trust contests Fiduciary misconduct claims Accounting proceedings Guardianship matters Capacity and undue influence claims Estate administration disputes Collaborate with attorneys across practice groups to develop effective client solutions Maintain strong client relationships through clear communication and strategic counsel Qualifications Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school Admission to the New York Bar required Minimum of five years of litigation experience Experience in one or more of the following: Trusts and estates litigation Fiduciary litigation Surrogate's Court practice Guardianship proceedings Elder law matters Capacity and undue influence disputes Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills Experience drafting substantive motions and litigation documents Deposition and courtroom experience preferred Ability to manage multiple matters independently while maintaining exceptional attention to detail Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to counsel clients through sensitive and emotionally complex situations About the Practice Sophisticated and intellectually engaging litigation matters A collaborative and collegial work environment Consistent pipeline of high-quality work Significant client interaction and courtroom exposure Mentorship and professional development opportunities Business development support and resources designed to foster long-term practice growth A platform that encourages entrepreneurial attorneys to build and expand their practices Compensation & Benefits Competitive compensation, commensurate with experience Performance-based bonus opportunities Comprehensive benefits package Long-term career advancement opportunities Work Arrangement This position will begin as a fully in-office role to facilitate integration, training, and collaboration. Following a successful onboarding period, attorneys may have the opportunity to transition to a hybrid schedule consisting of four days in the office and one remote workday per week .