Estate Litigation Attorney – New York (5–10 Years Experience)
About The Position
Offit Kurman is seeking a litigation attorney with a minimum of five years of experience to join its growing trusts and estates litigation practice in New York. In addition to litigation experience, the candidate should have a strong foundation in one or more of the following areas: trusts and estates, fiduciary litigation, guardianships, Surrogate's Court procedure, and/or elder law, especially as it relates to capacity. The candidate will handle a diverse portfolio of complex disputes in Surrogate's Court, Supreme Court, and federal court. The firm offers a collaborative environment with steady, high-quality work.
Requirements
- Minimum of five years of experience
- Strong foundation in one or more of the following areas: trusts and estates, fiduciary litigation, guardianships, Surrogate's Court procedure, and/or elder law, especially as it relates to capacity.
- Experience drafting motions
- Experience conducting depositions
- Experience appearing in court
- Experience advising clients through sensitive, often high-stakes situations
- Excellent writing skills
- Attention to detail
- New York bar admission
Responsibilities
- Handle a diverse portfolio of complex disputes in Surrogate's Court, Supreme Court, and federal court.
- Drafting motions
- Conducting depositions
- Appearing in court
- Advising clients through sensitive, often high-stakes situations
Benefits
- Business development program to support long-term growth
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
