Trust and Estates Attorney

Trust and Estates Attorney

Our growing Trusts & Estates practice is seeking an experienced attorney to join our Manchester, New Hampshire office. This is an outstanding opportunity to work with high-net-worth individuals, families, business owners, fiduciaries, and family advisors on sophisticated estate planning, wealth transfer, probate, and trust administration matters. We offer a collaborative environment, strong support resources, and a platform that allows attorneys to build and grow their practice.

We are one of Northern New England's largest and most respected law firms, with more than 75 years of serving businesses, families, and institutions throughout the region. Our attorneys handle sophisticated legal matters for national, regional, and local clients while maintaining a culture centered on service, professionalism, and long-term client relationships.

Our Trusts & Estates team advises clients at all wealth levels on comprehensive estate planning, wealth preservation, business succession planning, tax-efficient transfer strategies, trust administration, probate matters, charitable planning, and fiduciary tax issues. We work closely with CPAs, financial advisors, insurance professionals, and other trusted advisors to provide integrated solutions for complex family and business planning needs.

Responsibilities:

• Advise clients on sophisticated estate planning and wealth transfer strategies
• Draft wills, revocable and irrevocable trusts, powers of attorney, healthcare directives, and related estate planning documents
• Counsel high-net-worth individuals and families on estate and gift tax planning matters
• Handle probate and trust administration matters from inception through completion
• Prepare or assist with estate tax returns, gift tax returns, and fiduciary tax-related matters
• Collaborate with clients' accountants, financial advisors, and other professionals
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships and contribute to business development efforts

Qualifications:

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Admission to the New Hampshire Bar required
• 5+ years of Trusts & Estates experience
• Significant experience representing high-net-worth clients
• Demonstrated experience drafting sophisticated estate planning documents, including estate tax planning trusts
• Experience with probate and trust administration matters
• Experience preparing or assisting with estate and gift tax returns
• Excellent writing, analytical, and client counseling skills
• Admission to Massachusetts, Maine, and/or Vermont is a plus

Compensation & Benefits:

• Base salary starting at $150,000+, commensurate with experience
• Performance-based bonus opportunity
• Origination credit for business development efforts
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Strong marketing and business development support
• Partnership-track opportunity for the right candidate
• Access to sophisticated work typically found in larger metropolitan markets while enjoying the quality of life New Hampshire offers

Apply If You Are...

A service-oriented attorney who enjoys building lasting client relationships, solving complex estate planning challenges, and helping individuals and families preserve wealth across generations. If you're looking for a platform where you can do sophisticated work, grow your practice, and be part of a respected regional firm with a longstanding reputation for excellence, we'd love to speak with you.

All inquiries will be held in the strictest confidence.