Trusts and Estates Associate Attorney (2-5 Yrs Exp)

Trusts and Estates Associate Attorney (2-5 Yrs Exp)

Growing AmLaw 200 Firm - Flexible Hybrid Schedule
The following information aims to provide potential candidates with a better understanding of the requirements for this role.

This Jobot Job is hosted by Scott Rundlett

Base pay range: $150,000.00/yr - $225,000.00/yr

Salary $150,000 - $225,000 per year

We are a collaborative and innovative AmLaw 200 law firm, serving clients nationally and internationally. With a team over 400 attorneys spread across multiple offices, we specialize in Corporate, Litigation, and Trusts and Estates matters. Our diverse clientele ranges from individuals to Fortune 500 companies, and we pride ourselves on delivering solutions across various industries, including energy, financial services, healthcare, insurance, intellectual property, real estate, and more. Our multidisciplinary approach ensures we provide seamless, comprehensive guidance through the evolving legal landscape.

We offer a supportive, inclusive environment that values diversity of thought, experience, and background. Joining our team means working on sophisticated legal matters alongside accomplished leaders, with abundant opportunities for hands-on learning, mentoring, and professional growth. We provide robust training programs, including internal seminars, practice group presentations, and access to external education, ensuring continuous development. Flexibility is a priority, with hybrid work options that balance in-office collaboration with remote work. Our comprehensive benefits package includes competitive salaries, performance-based bonuses, 401(k) savings plans, medical and dental insurance, life insurance, short- and long-term disability benefits, parental leave, adoption benefits, and generous vacation time. Our commitment to feedback and guidance ensures you receive the tools and support needed to excel in your legal career.

Job Details We are looking for a talented associate with 2-4 years of experience in trust and estate planning and administration to join our nationally recognized Private Client Department in Boston, MA. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with high-net-worth clients, providing comprehensive estate planning, wealth transfer strategies, and administration services.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise clients on high-net-worth trust and estate planning, including complex estate and income tax issues, charitable giving, and tax-efficient wealth transfer strategies.
• Assist with the administration of estates and trusts, including preparing and filing required tax returns and working with fiduciaries.
• Provide counsel on succession planning, lifetime giving, and estate planning for retirement assets.
• Work closely with clients to ensure their family wealth is managed and transferred in the most efficient manner possible.
• Collaborate with colleagues across corporate, employment, real estate, trial, and environmental practices to address client needs holistically.

What We’re Looking For

• 2-4 years of demonstrated experience in trust and estate planning and administration.
• Solid understanding of relevant state and federal tax laws.
• Experience with succession planning, lifetime giving, estate and income taxation, and charitable giving is preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• A team-oriented approach, with an emphasis on collaboration and client service.
• Massachusetts Bar admission in good standing (required).

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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