Job Overview – Associate Attorney (Transactional):
Compensation: $100,000 – $120,000/year + bonus
Location: New York, NY
Schedule: Monday to Friday (In-Office)
Join our client as an Associate Attorney (Transactional) in New York, NY, focusing on estate planning, real estate, and corporate matters. You will draft wills, trusts, powers of attorney, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, and settlement documents while conducting legal research, advising clients, and supporting senior attorneys. This role is ideal for attorneys seeking to build expertise in estate planning and transactional law.
Responsibilities as the Associate Attorney (Transactional):
- Document Preparation: Draft and review wills, trusts, powers of attorney, healthcare directives, and beneficiary designations.
- Agreements: Prepare prenuptial, postnuptial, and out-of-court settlement agreements.
- Legal Research: Conduct research on estate planning, real estate, and corporate transactional issues.
- Client Guidance: Advise clients on estate and transactional matters while ensuring compliance with applicable laws.
- Collaboration: Work with senior attorneys and staff to support case strategy and client service delivery.
Qualifications for the Associate Attorney (Transactional):
- Education: Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school required.
- Licensure: Admission to the New York State Bar required.
- Experience: 1-3 years of experience in estate planning, real estate, or corporate law.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research platforms (LexisNexis, Westlaw).
- Skills & Attributes: Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills with a detail-oriented and client-focused approach.
Application Notice: Qualified candidates will be contacted within 2 business days of application. If an applicant does not meet the above criteria, Atlantic Group will keep your resume on file for future opportunities and may contact you for further discussion.