Associate Attorney - Probate

Associate Attorney - Probate Seattle, WA (100% In-Office) $125,000 - $153,000 Base Salary + Comprehensive Benefits I'm partnering with a well-established and highly respected Washington law firm to identify a Probate Associate for its Estate Planning & Probate Practice Group. This is an outstanding opportunity for an attorney who wants to work on sophisticated high net worth probate and estate administration matters while receiving hands-on mentorship from experienced partners. The firm is seeking a self-starter who enjoys both the technical side of trusts and estates work and the relationship-building side of legal practice. If you're looking for a role where you'll have meaningful client interaction, increasing responsibility, and the opportunity to become a strategic advisor on complex estate matters, this position offers an exceptional platform for growth. What You'll Do Administer taxable estates and complex probate matters Prepare trust and estate accountings Assist with estate, fiduciary, and related tax return preparation Draft probate pleadings, legal correspondence, and related documents Conduct legal research and analysis in support of client matters Advise personal representatives, trustees, beneficiaries, and family members Work directly with partners on sophisticated estate administration matters Build and maintain strong client relationships through excellent communication and service Qualifications Active membership in the Washington State Bar Experience administering taxable estates Experience preparing trust and estate accountings Experience with estate and fiduciary tax returns Strong legal research, writing, and drafting skills Excellent interpersonal and client relationship skills Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and staff Preferred LL.M. in Taxation Experience working with high net worth clients and families Desire to take on increasing leadership and strategic responsibility within matters Highlights of the Role Sophisticated high net worth probate and estate administration work Direct mentorship from experienced partners Significant client contact and responsibility Collaborative and supportive environment Long-term professional growth opportunities Strong reputation in the Washington legal community Benefits Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance 401(k) 401(k) Matching Retirement Plan Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Paid Time Off Parental Leave Employee Assistance Program (EAP) #J-18808-Ljbffr CyberCoders