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Trusts & Estates Partner

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Lord Gurman & Lewis

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United States , New York City

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Job Description:

A well-established, mid-sized, multi-practice law firm seeks to hire an experienced attorney or group of attorneys with trusts and estates experience (transactional) and portable business. The firm had a banner year last year, with revenue increasing twenty percent, and is thriving. It offers a collaborative environment with significant existing T&E matters to hand off to the right attorney or team. The firm is open to bringing in an individual or small group of attorneys, and has a strong track record of helping incoming partners grow their originations significantly through cross-selling across practice groups and associate support.

Job Responsibility:

  • Develop and manage client relationships across trusts and estates matters
  • Lead sophisticated transactional engagements from inception to completion
  • Collaborate with attorneys across practice groups on multidisciplinary matters

Requirements:

  • An experienced T&E attorney or group of T&E attorneys
  • Self-sustaining portable business (individually or as a group)
  • Excellent communication and client service abilities
  • 11+ Years experience
What we offer:
  • Flexible and creative compensation structures depending on the circumstances
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Flexible work arrangement: partners can work remotely or from the firm’s NYC offices
  • Strong platform for partner growth, including cross-selling across practice groups and associate support

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 04, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Remote work
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