Estate Litigation Attorney - New Attorneys Welcome!

Probate & Estate Litigation Attorney - New or Experienced Attorneys Welcome!

Hybrid / Remote | Court-Facing Role | $80K–$200K+

A highly regarded law firm in Queens with outstanding reviews and a strong local reputation is seeking an attorney to join its busy and thriving practice. The firm focuses on probate administration and contested matters, with estate planning as a complementary practice area. This is not a drafting-only estate planning role. The firm runs highly efficiently with the paralegal staff doing the majority of drafting for estate plans, while the attorney will do final review and mainly focus on probate court. The firm has an office location in Queens, but the attorney will work primarily remote with occasional in-person responsibilities locally. It’s ideal for someone who wants real court exposure, meaningful responsibility, and autonomy—without being tied to an office every day.

New graduates or candidates with experience in another related area of law such as civil litigation are encouraged to apply as long as you have passed the New York Bar.

The Role

This is a probate litigation-heavy position. Paralegals handle most intake and drafting; you’ll focus on review, strategy, and probate court work.

Responsibilities:

• Appear regularly in probate court (virtual and in-person)
• Handle contested matters, objections, and fiduciary disputes
• Review and finalize probate and estate filings
• Defend estates and fiduciaries in high-conflict situations

Work mix:

• Majority probate administration & litigation
• ~10–20% estate planning oversight
• Occasional guardianship work
• Occasional real estate matters
• Motion practice and hearings

Requirements

• JD with active bar license or recently passed bar
• Strong interest in litigation and court work
• Comfortable advocating and handling disputes
• Civil litigation experience helpful but not required
• Probate or estate experience a plus, not required

Ideal Candidate

• Motivated, humble, and sharp
• Comfortable or eagerness to appear in court
• Thrives in a lean, high-trust environment with plenty of support and training initially

Schedule

• Hybrid / mostly remote
• Court appearances as needed (local or virtual)

Compensation & Benefits

• $80,000–$200,000+ (based on experience)
• Retirement plan
• Health insurance available if needed
• Flexible, hybrid work environment with reliable office space if desired