Attorney - Trust & Estate - Contract - 3508206

JobTitle: Attorney – Trust & Estate Location: Atlanta, GA 30339 Salary/Payrate: $150-180k+, total comp (with bonuses) potentially above $200K+ Work Environment: Hybrid Term: Contractor/Independent Consultant Bachelor’s degree required: Yes Juris Doctrine: Yes Law Licenses: Yes, in the state of Georgia Referral Fee: AMS will pay $500 should the person you refer gets hired Job Description #LI-KG1 A well-established Atlanta-based law firm is seeking a seasoned Trust & Estate Attorney to join as an Independent Consultant and lead a high-performing planning team. This role offers the perfect balance of autonomy, flexibility, and access to firm resources, while providing opportunities to collaborate across practice areas. Candidates with an existing book of business can grow their practice by engaging with colleagues and supporting complementary areas of expertise. Our client base includes high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, families, and business owners. Responsibilities Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and business partners. Lead and oversee a team of attorneys and paralegals, ensuring timely and accurate completion of projects. Draft and implement sophisticated estate planning documents, including wills, trusts, and powers of attorney. Advise clients on complex tax strategies to minimize estate tax liability and optimize wealth transfer. Develop and implement succession plans for family businesses and high-net-worth individuals. Coordinate with clients, their advisors, and firm attorneys to deliver seamless, integrated solutions. Collaborate internally with other practice areas to enhance client outcomes where appropriate. Qualifications Minimum of 5 years of experience in trusts & estates and advanced estate planning. LL.M. in Taxation required. Established and sustainable book of business in trusts & estates. Expertise in estate, gift, and generation-skipping transfer taxes. Excellent communication, relationship-building, and client management skills. Ability to work independently while collaborating with other attorneys as needed. #J-18808-Ljbffr AMS-Staffing-Inc