Senior Trusts And Estates Associate Attorney

Title: Senior Associate Trusts and Estates Attorney

Job Overview: A prestigious law firm based in Duxbury, MA, is seeking an experienced Senior Associate Attorney specializing in trusts and estates. This in-office role offers the opportunity to lead and shape complex estate planning cases while mentoring junior staff and engaging with clients directly. This position is ideal for a candidate passionate about providing expert legal guidance and building strong, lasting client relationships in a supportive and collaborative team environment.

Duties:

• Provide legal counsel on trusts, wills, probate, and estate planning to high-net-worth individuals and families.
• Lead and manage sophisticated estate planning, probate, and administration cases.
• Draft and review estate planning documents using Wealth Counsel software.
• Address complex trust and estate issues collaboratively with the legal team.
• Mentor junior attorneys and legal staff, providing training and guidance as needed.
• Conduct client consultations to understand their needs and foster trust and confidentiality.
• Oversee client-facing design meetings and respond knowledgeably to client inquiries.
• Manage and support paralegals and ensure the team meets KPI requirements.
• Host community webinars and workshops (minimum two evenings per month).

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.
• Admission to the Massachusetts Bar; admission to NH Bar is a plus.
• 5+ years of experience in trusts and estates law.
• Elder law experience preferred.
• Expertise in estate planning, probate law, and tax issues related to estate matters.
• Proficiency with Wealth Counsel software.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal concepts clearly.
• Organizational skills to manage multiple cases efficiently.
• Exceptional client-facing demeanor.
• Knowledge of income, gift, estate, and generation-skipping tax issues.
• LLM in taxation is preferred.

Education:

• Doctoral law degree (Juris Doctor).

Certifications:

• Active membership in the Massachusetts Bar (NH Bar membership is advantageous).

Skills:

• Proficiency in legal technology and software, especially Wealth Counsel.
• High organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Familiarity with tax return preparation is a bonus.

Job Location:

• Duxbury, MA

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
• Firm-contributed retirement plan options.
• Professional development and mentorship opportunities.
• The collaborative and supportive work environment in a beautiful office location.