Senior Trusts And Estates Associate Attorney

Job Title: Senior Trusts And Estates Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A distinguished law firm in Newburyport, MA, seeks an experienced Senior Associate Attorney to join the team. This role offers an opportunity for a seasoned professional to provide expert guidance in estate planning, trusts, and probate law while fostering strong client relationships. The position requires in-office attendance and involves leading legal cases, mentoring junior staff, and engaging with the local community.

Duties

• Provide comprehensive legal counsel to high-net-worth clients on estate planning, trusts, wills, and probate matters.
• Lead and manage complex estate planning cases and probate administration.
• Draft and review critical estate planning documents with precision, using specialized software tools.
• Address sophisticated trust and estate issues with a client-centered approach.
• Mentor and guide junior attorneys and legal staff, ensuring skill development and adherence to firm standards.
• Conduct direct client interactions to understand needs, build lasting relationships, and maintain confidentiality.
• Facilitate and oversee client-facing design meetings.
• Manage and support paralegals to meet key performance indicators.
• Host community webinars and workshops, with at least two evening sessions each month.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in trusts and estates law, with an emphasis on complex estate planning.
• Admission to the Massachusetts Bar (NH Bar is a plus).
• Proficiency in estate planning, probate law, taxation of estates, and Wealth Counsel software.
• Strong understanding of income, gift, estate, and generation-skipping tax matters.
• Tech-savvy with a capacity to learn and utilize legal technology effectively.
• Exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities, able to handle multiple cases concurrently.

Education

• A Juris Doctor (JD) degree is required.
• LLM in Taxation is preferred.

Certifications

• Must be admitted to the Massachusetts Bar; admission to the NH Bar is advantageous.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to translate complex legal concepts for clients.
• Desire to lead and mentor within a collaborative team setting.
• Excellent “bedside manner” for client interactions.
• Ability to manage both legal and support staff effectively.

Job Location

• Newburyport, MA

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Firm-sponsored retirement plan options.
• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule.
• Professional development and mentorship opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment within a well-appointed office space.