Trusts & Estates Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Trusts & Estates Attorney

Position Summary

We are seeking a motivated Trust and Estates Attorney with at least 3 years of relevant experience to join our Estate, Wealth & Succession Planning team in Cleveland. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in estate planning, trust administration, and tax-efficient wealth transfer strategies. This is an excellent opportunity to work with high-net-worth individuals, business owners, and families on complex, high-impact matters in a supportive, full-service firm environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft and review comprehensive estate planning documents, including wills, revocable and irrevocable trusts, powers of attorney, healthcare directives, and beneficiary designations.
• Advise clients on estate, gift, and generation-skipping transfer tax matters, including preparation and review of related tax returns.
• Handle trust and estate administration, including probate proceedings, asset distribution, fiduciary accounting, and post-mortem tax planning.
• Develop and implement business succession plans for closely held businesses and family enterprises.
• Collaborate with attorneys across practice areas (corporate, tax, real estate, and litigation) to provide integrated solutions for clients.
• Counsel clients on charitable giving, family governance, and wealth preservation strategies.
• Manage client relationships, including meetings, ongoing advice, and responsiveness to client needs.
• Participate in business development activities and contribute to thought leadership (e.g., articles, presentations, or seminars).

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active membership in good standing with the Ohio Bar (or eligibility to waive in).
• Minimum 3 years of experience practicing in trust and estates, estate planning, or a related field (experience in a mid-sized or larger law firm preferred).
• Strong knowledge of federal and Ohio estate/gift tax laws, probate procedures, and trust administration.
• Experience working with high-net-worth individuals, family businesses, and complex asset structures is highly desirable.
• Excellent drafting, analytical, and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities and the capacity to manage multiple matters efficiently.
• Collaborative team player who thrives in a client-focused environment.

Benefits

• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k

- For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 07/01/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed. Everforth CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, status as a crime victim, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring process includes AI screening for keywords and minimum qualifications, and a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. A human recruiter reviews all results. Click here for details on our virtual recruiter .  Everforth CyberCoders will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local law, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. Everforth CyberCoders is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. Individuals needing special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment can contact a member of our Human Resources team at  View email address on ziprecruiter.com to make arrangements.