Tax, Trusts & Estates Associate Attorney (Multi Office)

TAX, TRUSTS & ESTATES ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY

Open to Multiple Locations…list found at the bottom of this description.

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Our client, a national AmLaw 200 firm, is seeking a highly skilled Associate Attorney to join its Tax, Trusts & Estates Practice Group. This role offers the opportunity to advise high-net-worth individuals, families, and closely held businesses on sophisticated estate planning, tax strategy, and trust administration matters across multiple jurisdictions.

Candidate Profile

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school with an excellent academic record
• Active Bar Admission in the relevant jurisdiction , in good standing
• 3+ years of substantive experience in tax , trusts , and estates matters
• LL.M. in Taxation or Estate Planning is strongly preferred
• Experience counseling clients on estate planning , trust and estate administration , gift and generation-skipping transfer tax planning , and related income tax considerations
• Strong legal research, drafting, and analytical skills, with proficiency in preparing complex wills , trusts , and related documents
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to develop strong client relationships
• Collaborative team player with a proactive mindset, high attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Key Responsibilities

• Advise clients on estate , gift , and income tax planning strategies
• Draft and review wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and other estate planning instruments
• Assist with probate and trust administration matters, including asset transfers and fiduciary accountings
• Coordinate with financial advisors, accountants, and valuation professionals to implement planning strategies
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda on complex tax and estate issues
• Participate in client meetings and assist in the development of long-term planning strategies

Why Join Us?

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a dynamic private client practice at a Chambers-ranked firm with a strong reputation for excellence . Attorneys are entrusted with meaningful responsibility and direct client interaction from day one, and the firm offers long-term career development support. This practice revolves around promoting a collegial environment , flexibility through a hybrid work schedule (3 days/week in-office), and a platform to build a rewarding and impactful practice serving sophisticated clients.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $230,000–$400,000 , as determined by experience and market factors
• Eligibility for multiple bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive Benefits Package : Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; 401(k) plan; profit sharing ; HSA and FSA; generous time off and vacation days; family/dependent care leave; 529 College Savings Plan; and more!

Locations

• DE (Wilmington)
• FL (Boca Raton, West Palm Beach)
• NJ (Hackensack)
• NY (New York)
• Washington, D.C.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.