Estate Administration Attorney

Estate Administration Attorney - Mid-Sized Regional FirmThis Jobot Job is hosted by: Stanton SikorskiAre you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button and sending us your resume.Salary: $100,000 - $150,000 per yearA bit about us:Founded in close to three decades ago and based in Albany, with multiple offices in the state of New York and New Jersey, we are recognized as one of New York's premier firms in estate planning, elder law, trust and estate administration, Medicaid planning, business and tax planning, estate and trust litigation, and special needs planning. We guide high net worth individuals, business owners, seniors, persons with disabilities, and both traditional and non-traditional families through complex planning choices using state-of-the-art strategies and techniques. We actively counsel clients on navigating the interplay between federal estate tax changes under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and New York's own estate tax system, including its lower exemption threshold and cliff provision.Our Estate and Trust Administration practice guides executors, trustees, and beneficiaries through every phase of estate settlement — from probate and intestate administration to trust administration and post-mortem tax planning. The team is known for efficient estate management that reduces time, cost, and family conflict.Why join us?

• Competitive Base Salary up to $150k (DOE) + Bonuses
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Matching 401k, PTO
• Supportive and collaborative work culture with opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• Relocation assistance available

Job Details

• Probating wills, petitioning for appointment of executors and trustees, and handling intestate administration proceedings
• Managing trust administration including trustee compliance, distributions, and accountings

Settling estate and trust accounts

• Preparing or coordinating federal and state estate tax returns, gift tax returns, and fiduciary income tax returns
• Providing post-mortem estate, inheritance, and income tax planning advice
• Marshaling assets, resolving creditor claims, and coordinating with beneficiaries, courts, and financial institutions
• Advising executors, trustees, and beneficiaries on rights and obligations under wills, trusts, and state law
• Handling estate and trust litigation matters as needed
• Assisting with wrongful death action settlements on behalf of estates
• Supporting pre-mortem planning to minimize taxes and ease the administration process

Qualifications:

• J.D. and licensed to practice in New York
• 3+ years of estate administration experience (probate and trust administration)
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills

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