Associate Attorney - Probate

Associate Attorney - Probate Seattle, WA (100% In-Office)$125,000 - $153,000 Base Salary + Comprehensive BenefitsI'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 DoAdminister taxable estates and complex probate mattersPrepare trust and estate accountingsAssist with estate, fiduciary, and related tax return preparationDraft probate pleadings, legal correspondence, and related documentsConduct legal research and analysis in support of client mattersAdvise personal representatives, trustees, beneficiaries, and family membersWork directly with partners on sophisticated estate administration mattersBuild and maintain strong client relationships through excellent communication and serviceQualificationsActive membership in the Washington State BarExperience administering taxable estatesExperience preparing trust and estate accountingsExperience with estate and fiduciary tax returnsStrong legal research, writing, and drafting skillsExcellent interpersonal and client relationship skillsAbility to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and staffPreferredLL.M. in TaxationExperience working with high net worth clients and familiesDesire to take on increasing leadership and strategic responsibility within mattersHighlights of the RoleSophisticated high net worth probate and estate administration workDirect mentorship from experienced partnersSignificant client contact and responsibilityCollaborative and supportive environmentLong-term professional growth opportunitiesStrong reputation in the Washington legal communityBenefitsHealth InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceLife Insurance401(k)401(k) MatchingRetirement PlanFlexible Spending Account (FSA)Paid Time OffParental LeaveEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)