Trust and Estates Associate Attorney

Xerox•Syracuse, NY

25d•Hybrid

About The Position

For more than 100 years, Xerox has continually redefined the workplace experience. XIT Staffing, a division of Xerox dedicated to staffing solutions, is committed to collaborating closely with our internal clients to fulfill their staffing needs. Our Syracuse law firm client has been representing businesses and individuals in Central New York for over 100 years. Offering a diverse variety of practice areas, their office is in the heart of downtown Syracuse near the courthouse, and many places of interest within walking distance. We're looking for a Trust and Estates Associate Attorney who has 3-5 years estate practice and/or litigation experience to represent clients in legal proceedings, draw up legal documents and advise clients on legal transactions. This position can work on a hybrid schedule but must be in office 2-3 days per week.

Requirements

Juris Doctorate from ABA-accredited law school
Admission in New York(or ability to waive in) required, additional Admission in Federal preferred
Familiarity with Zoom, MS Teams, and other video conferencing platforms.
Ability to travel as needed
High level organization skills for prioritizing workload
Demonstrated ability to absorb, process and understand, new information rapidly
Must exhibit conscientiousness, dedication, self-discipline, and a sense of responsibility
Excellent research skills and written and verbal communication skills.
Must be able to manage competing priorities
Must maintain high standards of performance
Must have experience with online filing and research sites