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Trusts and Estates Partner

Buffalo, NY 14202

Posted: 02/27/2026 Employment Type: Permanent Industry: Legal Job Number: 8199 Pay Rate: $150,000 - $225,000

Job Description

An established law firm is seeking an experienced Trusts and Estates Partner to lead and grow the firm`s Trusts & Estates practice with strategic vision and a client-centered approach.

Responsibilities
  • Oversee comprehensive estate planning services, including wills, powers of attorney, health care proxies, advanced directives, and living wills
  • Advise on sophisticated trust planning strategies, including revocable, irrevocable, supplemental needs, and charitable trusts
  • Provide business succession planning for closely held and family-owned businesses
  • Counsel clients on estate, gift, and related tax planning strategies to preserve and transfer wealth efficiently
  • Supervise estate and trust administration matters, including probate, fiduciary responsibilities, accountings, and distributions
  • Represent fiduciaries and beneficiaries in estate and trust disputes when necessary
  • Cultivate long-term client relationships and develop referral networks
  • Mentor junior attorneys and staff while collaborating across practice groups to deliver integrated legal solutions


What`s Offered
  • Leadership opportunity within a growing office
  • Institutional support for practice development initiatives
  • Competitive compensation based on experience and contributions
  • Collaborative environment and professional development support

Job Requirements

  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school and admission to the New York State Bar
  • 10+ years of experience in Trusts & Estates law, including sophisticated estate planning and administration matters
  • Proven ability to independently manage complex client engagements from strategy through execution
  • Demonstrated leadership experience, including supervision of attorneys and support staff
  • Strong drafting, analytical, and organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build lasting client relationships
  • Business development experience and a growth-oriented leadership mindset
  • Ability to manage multiple high-level matters in a fast-paced, dynamic environment


Key Resource Group, LLC considers applicants for all positions without regard to gender, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, citizenship, veteran status, gender expression and/or identity, or any other class protected by federal, state, or local laws. Key Resource Group, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.

Meet Your Recruiter

Jill Spytman
Legal Staffing Manager

Jill joins KRG with nearly a decade of experience in the legal industry, bringing a deep understanding of law firm operations, team dynamics, and client service excellence. Before transitioning into legal recruiting, she spent years as a paralegal supporting attorneys and managing complex caseloads—experience that now helps her expertly identify and connect top legal talent with the right opportunities.

Jill has served on the Board of Directors for the Dallas Area Paralegal Association, where she spearheaded networking and educational initiatives for legal professionals. She has also contributed to the State Bar of Texas Planning Committee, helping organize statewide conferences that promote collaboration and professional growth across the legal community.

Driven by relationships and a genuine passion for people, Jill takes pride in understanding what motivates both candidates and employers—ensuring every placement is a long-term win for everyone involved.

When she’s not recruiting or networking, Jill enjoys traveling with her beloved dog, Winny, as they explore new destinations across the country. Closer to home, you can often find her curled up with a good mystery thriller.

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