Trust & Estate Attorney; Elder Law Attorney

Trust & Estate Attorney (Elder Law Attorney) – Hybrid

Job Type: Full-Time

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Salary: $80, per year (commensurate with experience)

Work Arrangement:
Hybrid

For more than 30 years, Muchnik Elder Law P.C., together with its predecessor firms, has specialized in Elder Law, Estate Planning, Medicaid Planning, Probate, Guardianship, and Trust & Estate Administration. We proudly serve families throughout New York and New Jersey with compassionate, personalized, and highly skilled legal representation.

Our firm is dedicated to helping clients protect their assets, plan for long‑term care, provide for future family generations, and navigate complex legal matters with dignity and clarity. We value professionalism, client‑centered service, and a collaborative team environment.

We are seeking a New Jersey Barred Attorney with a minimum of two (2) years of experience practicing law (preference given to candidates with backgrounds in Trust & Estates and/or Elder Law).

The ideal candidate is service‑oriented, detail‑driven, and comfortable handling client matters from intake through completion. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney seeking meaningful client interaction, professional growth, and work‑life balance within a supportive team.

• Active member in good standing of the New Jersey Bar (required)
• Minimum 2 years of Trust & Estates experience as a practicing attorney
• Experience in Elder Law, Medicaid planning, estate planning, or estate administration preferred
• Strong drafting and legal writing skills
• Experience with Surrogate’s Court or Probate Court proceedings
• Familiarity with fiduciary accounting and estate tax concepts is a plus
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational and time‑management abilities
• Client‑service oriented with the ability to assess client needs effectively
• Self‑motivated with strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal research platforms (Westlaw, Lexis, or similar)
• Reliable transportation for occasional court appearances or filings
• Admission to the New York Bar is a plus but not required.

• Drafting and reviewing estate planning documents (Wills, Trusts, Powers of Attorney, Advance Directives)
• Advising clients on asset protection and Medicaid planning strategies
• Managing estate administration matters from inception through closing
• Preparing and filing probate and administration pleadings
• Representing clients in uncontested and contested probate matters
• Handling guardianship applications and related court proceedings
• Communicating with clients, financial institutions, courts, and government agencies
• Assisting with Medicaid applications and long‑term care planning
• Court appearances as required
• Maintaining accurate billing records and case documentation
• Participating in community outreach, educational seminars, and business development initiatives

• Salary range: $80, per year
  , based on experience
• Annual performance evaluation and salary review
• Retirement plan with employer contribution
• Generous Paid Time Off
• CLE reimbursement and bar registration fees
• Convenient free parking, and reimbursement of business mileage and expense related to client matters
• Hybrid work flexibility (remote work up to three days per week after introductory period)
• Supportive, collegial team environment with opportunity for growth and advancement