Attorney/Lawyer

Robert Half • Syracuse, NY • 5h ago

Description

Our client, a respected law firm in Syracuse, NY, is looking for an accomplished attorney to support a growing legal practice focused on trusts, estates, and elder law in Syracuse, New York. This role offers the opportunity to advise individuals and families on estate planning strategies, guide fiduciaries through administration matters, and represent clients in probate-related proceedings. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment, client-centered communication, and substantial experience managing sophisticated matters in these practice areas.

Responsibilities:

Advise clients on estate planning solutions, including the preparation of wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and related advance planning documents.

Oversee the administration of estates and trusts, ensuring filings, distributions, and fiduciary responsibilities are handled accurately and efficiently.

Represent clients in probate and surrogate's court proceedings connected to contested and uncontested estate matters.

Counsel individuals and families on elder law issues such as long-term care planning, asset protection, and incapacity-related concerns.

Review client circumstances and develop tailored legal strategies that align with personal, financial, and family objectives.

Maintain consistent communication with clients, beneficiaries, fiduciaries, and other interested parties throughout the life of each matter.

Conduct legal research, draft correspondence and pleadings, and manage case documentation in compliance with applicable laws and court requirements.

Requirements - Active license to practice law in good standing.

At least five years of experience working in trusts and estates, estate administration, probate, and elder law matters.

Demonstrated ability to draft wills, trusts, and other estate planning documents with a high degree of accuracy.

Practical knowledge of trust and estate administration procedures and probate court processes.

Strong client counseling skills with the ability to explain complex legal issues clearly and professionally.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, along with strong organizational and time management abilities.

Experience handling sensitive family and financial matters with sound judgment and discretion.

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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