Trusts & Estates Attorney - Buffalo, NY
Salary: $200,000+ and bonus
Benefits: Comprehensive, including hybrid working
Shape the future of wealth planning for high-net-worth clients
A well-regarded law firm in Buffalo is seeking an experienced Trusts & Estates Attorney with at least 5 years of experience to join its growing Private Client practice. This is a fantastic opportunity for a lawyer who thrives in estate planning and wants to work closely with high net-worth individuals, families, and fiduciaries on sophisticated, multigenerational, and cross-border strategies.
What You'll Do:
- Advise clients on all aspects of estate planning, wealth transfer, and trust and estate administration.
- Design and implement personalized planning strategies for high-net-worth individuals, business owners, and non-profit leaders.
- Support cross-border planning needs, where applicable.
- Collaborate with colleagues across the firm to deliver well-rounded solutions that integrate tax, corporate, and real estate considerations.
What You Bring:
- At least 5 years of experience in estate planning and trust administration, preferably in a law firm setting.
- Background working with high-net-worth individuals and complex wealth structures.
- Experience with cross-border estate planning is a plus.
- JD from an accredited law school and admission to practice in New York (or ability to waive in).
- Strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and a team-oriented mindset.
What You'll Receive:
- Competitive salary range and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, life, 401(k), pension, and generous PTO.
- A collegial environment that supports autonomy, collaboration, and long-term career development.
- Commitment to work life balance, and a zero micro-management environment.
- The chance to make a meaningful impact on clients' lives while enjoying a high quality of life in Buffalo.
- Opportunity to build your own practice and book of business with a supportive and well-resourced platform.
If you're ready to elevate your estate planning practice in a supportive, client-focused firm, we'd love to hear from you. Or if you are open to other opportunities, please feel free to reach out to -