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Trusts & Estates Attorney

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A bit about us:

We are a full-service business law practice offering litigation, estate planning, real estate, tax, and corporate capabilities. Our team handles sophisticated matters for closely held businesses, high-net-worth individuals, and family enterprises. We provide a collaborative environment where attorneys receive meaningful responsibility and cross-disciplinary support.

Why join us?

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • 401K with employer contribution
  • PTO and paid holidays
  • Paid sick time
  • Paid bar dues
  • Paid CLE
  • Malpractice insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Life and disability insurance
Job Details

We are seeking a Trusts and Estates Attorney to join our team and support a sophisticated private client practice spanning estate planning, trust administration, and related litigation matters.

Responsibilities:
  • Draft wills, revocable and irrevocable trusts, powers of attorney, advance healthcare directives, and related estate planning documents
  • Advise clients on estate, gift, wealth transfer, asset protection, and succession planning strategies
  • Manage trust and estate administration matters, including probate, fiduciary issues, and ongoing client counseling
  • Handle trust and estate litigation matters, including contested probates, fiduciary disputes, and related civil proceedings
  • Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and settlement documents and participate in hearings, mediations, and case strategy
  • Collaborate with tax, business, and financial advisors to deliver integrated planning and dispute resolution solutions
Qualifications:
  • Prior experience in trusts and estates, estate planning, trust administration, and/or fiduciary litigation
  • Strong drafting, analytical, and advocacy skills with the ability to independently manage matters
  • Licensed attorney in the state of practice or eligible for timely admission

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