Junior Partner

Our client, a well-established and highly respected AM Law 200 firm, is looking to add a Trusts & Estates Junior Partner to their growing team in Rochester, New York.

Responsibilities of the role include:

• Working with high-net-worth clients and business clients on estate, gift and GST tax planning
• Business succession planning
• General estate and trust planning
• Transactional work, including drafting wills, revocable and irrevocable trusts and operating, shareholder, and other owner agreements.
• Forming and structuring business entities
• Quantifying tax impacts of estate and business succession plans
• Supervising the preparation of accountings and estate, gift, and fiduciary income tax returns and addressing procedural and disputed matters.
• Will also be responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with clients, referral sources, and other attorneys within the firm.

Candidates must have the following experience/credentials:

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials
• LLM in tax a plus
• A minimum of 5-7 years of Trusts & Estates experience in a law firm setting
• Must be admitted to practice in New York State.
• Admittance to also practice in Florida a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple matters, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other practice areas to provide comprehensive solutions to clients
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

The firm offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefit package. At this time, the good faith estimate of the annual salary range for this position is $150,000 to $200,000. Where a successful applicant is slotted within this range will vary based on legitimate criteria, such as experience, skill level and portable book of business.

If you are interested in learning more about this role, please apply with your resume to annette@straussgroup.com