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Founded by Laura Fisher in 2005, Fischer Harbage is an estate and tax planning law firm built for the way people actually live today. With offices in Brooklyn and Manhattan, we serve clients throughout the tri-state area.

Who we work with
Our clients are business owners, high-achieving professionals, and heads of household — people who've built something worth protecting and want a plan as thoughtful as the life they've built. We work with modern families in every sense of the word: married couples, unmarried partners, blended families, multi-generational households, global families with ties across borders, and chosen families who don't fit a standard template but deserve the same protection under the law.

What we do
Our services range from foundational wills and health care directives to sophisticated trust structures, business succession planning, and multi-generational wealth and tax strategy. Whatever stage of life or business you're in, we build a plan that fits — and we stay with you as your life changes.

Flat fee packages
We offer flat-fee packages, so clients know the cost upfront — no surprises, no billing by the hour for every phone call. Our process is efficient: most clients have completed documents in hand within a few weeks, not months. And throughout, we bring a compassionate, human-centered approach to what can be genuinely difficult decisions — because planning for your family's future should feel like being guided, not processed.

We are seeking a Senior Trusts and Estates attorney who enjoys advising individuals and families on a range of estate planning needs, solving complex planning challenges, and collaborating with a highly engaged team. The role includes comprehensive estate planning for individuals and families, as well as more sophisticated matters for high-net-worth clients. 

We offer a collaborative environment that prioritizes high-quality legal work over billable hour targets, with no billable hour requirements or time tracking. For attorneys interested in long-term growth and leadership, a partnership track is also available.

You Will 

• Advise clients on sophisticated estate and wealth transfer strategies involving trusts, business entities, and other planning structures designed to preserve wealth, minimize taxation, and accomplish clients' personal and family objectives 
• Design and implement complex estate plans involving federal and state gift, estate, and generation-skipping transfer tax considerations 
• Draft and review advanced estate planning documents, including wills, revocable and irrevocable trusts, powers of attorney, healthcare directives, family limited partnerships, limited liability company agreements, and related instruments 
• Counsel clients regarding charitable giving, business succession, asset protection considerations, and cross-border or multi-jurisdictional planning matters 
• Independently manage probate and administration proceedings, including the preparation and filing of petitions and supporting documents with the Surrogate's Court 
• Analyze existing estate plans and recommend appropriate modifications based on changes in clients' families, finances, residency, business interests, or applicable law 
• Collaborate with accountants, financial advisors, insurance professionals, valuation experts, corporate trustees, and attorneys in other jurisdictions to implement comprehensive planning strategies 
• Mentor junior attorneys, review work product, and provide substantive guidance and professional development 
• Help refine the firm's drafting standards, internal systems, workflows, knowledge resources, and best practices 
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, colleagues, and professional referral sources 
• Stay current on developments in federal and state trust, estate, tax, and related laws 

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school 
• Admission to practice in New York and good standing with the bar 
• At least 6-9 years of substantial experience handling sophisticated estate planning matters 
• Strong knowledge of federal and New York gift, estate, and generation-skipping transfer tax planning 
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage complex client matters from initial consultation through drafting, execution, and implementation 
• Excellent drafting, analytical, research, issue spotting, and client counseling skills 
• Admission to practice in new Jersey or Connecticut is a plus 
• An LL.M in Taxation or substantial advanced tax planning experience is a plus 

What we're looking for 

• A genuine interest in sophisticated estate and tax planning 
• Strong technical knowledge, analytical ability, and professional judgement 
• Exceptional client counseling skills and the ability to explain complicated legal and tax concepts clearly and practically 
• A collaborative leadership style and genuine interest in mentoring other attorneys 
• A proactive, organized, and detail-oriented approach to managing matters and deadlines 
• The ability to navigate sensitive family, financial, and interpersonal dynamics with confidence, discretion, and compassion 
• An interest in contributing to the continued growth, development, and reputation of the firm 

Benefits

• 401(k) with employer match 
• Health insurance 
• Short- and long-term disability insurance 
• Professional dues 
• CLEs 
• Licensing and malpractice coverage 
• Birthday holiday 
• One paid volunteer day each month 
• Summer Fridays 
• Generous PTO and holidays 
• Performance-based bonuses 
• Hybrid work schedule