Associate Attorney, Estates & Trusts

Trustpoint.One; Maryland; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Trustpoint.One seeks an Associate Attorney to join its Estates & Trusts Practice Group in Maryland. The attorney will draft and implement comprehensive estate plans, including wills and trusts, and advise on estate, gift, and tax planning strategies while handling trust administration and probate matters.

The role requires J.D. from an accredited law school, active Maryland Bar membership, and 1 year of related experience.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school is required.
• Active Maryland Bar membership in good standing is required.
• 1 year of experience in estate planning, trusts and estates, taxation, or related field.
• Strong drafting, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Strong academic credentials.
• LL.M. in Taxation preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Draft and implement comprehensive estate plans.
• Prepare wills, revocable and irrevocable trusts, powers of attorney, and related documents.
• Advise clients on estate, gift, and tax planning strategies.
• Handle trust administration matters.
• Manage probate and estate administration proceedings.
• Communicate effectively with clients, fiduciaries, and other professionals.
• Deliver exceptional client service while maintaining high professional standards.

Skills

Estate planning

Drafting

Analytical skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

LL.M. in Taxation preferred

Job description

Our client is seeking an Associate Attorney to join their established Estates & Trusts Practice Group. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who is passionate about helping individuals and families protect their assets, achieve their estate planning goals, and navigate trust and probate matters with confidence.

Responsibilities

• Draft and implement comprehensive estate plans
• Prepare wills, revocable and irrevocable trusts, powers of attorney, and related documents
• Advise clients on estate, gift, and tax planning strategies
• Handle trust administration matters
• Manage probate and estate administration proceedings
• Communicate effectively with clients, fiduciaries, and other professionals
• Deliver exceptional client service while maintaining high professional standards

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Active membership in good standing with the Maryland Bar
• 1 years of experience in estate planning, trusts and estates, taxation, or a related field
• Strong drafting, analytical, and organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Strong academic credentials
• LL.M. in Taxation preferred, but not required

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to perform essential duties satisfactorily with reasonable accommodations
• Work is generally performed sitting, talking, hearing, and typing
• This is a high-volume screen-based role, requiring constant, prolonged computer usage, including but not limited to: reviewing documents, managing visual content, and attending virtual meetings
• Visual acuity required for computer use, data analysis, and extended reading
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing and document handling

Remote Work & Information Security Requirements

Employees in this role are expected to maintain a work environment that supports the protection of confidential, proprietary, and client-sensitive information, consistent with Company policies and applicable legal and regulatory requirements. To support these obligations, individuals in this role should be able to:

• Maintain a secure and reliable internet connection capable of supporting required systems and applications
• Utilize company-issued or approved technology, including compliance with required security tools (e.g., VPN, multi-factor authentication, endpoint protection)
• Conduct work in a manner that protects the confidentiality of information, including taking reasonable steps to prevent unauthorized access, viewing, or disclosure of sensitive materials
• Follow all applicable information security, data privacy, and acceptable use policies as communicated by the Company
• Promptly report any suspected security incidents, breaches, or system vulnerabilities in accordance with Company

Workplace Monitoring & Data Use Notice To protect client and Company systems, data, and confidential information, Trustpoint This memorandum is intended for internal use only and may contain confidential or privileged information. Distribution should be limited to authorized personnel. may implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards, which may include monitoring of Company-provided systems, devices, and networks, consistent with applicable law. In certain roles, individuals may perform work within client-controlled environments, including client systems, platforms, or physical worksites. In such cases, work activities may also be subject to the client’s applicable policies, procedures, and monitoring practices. Trustpoint does not control client monitoring practices but expects that any such practices will be conducted in accordance with applicable laws and contractual obligations. Additional information regarding applicable policies will be provided during the onboarding process or prior to assignment

Client Specific Requirements Notice Certain roles may be subject to additional client-specific screening, compliance, or credentialing requirements. Any such requirements will be communicated at the appropriate stage of the hiring process and will be administered in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local

Pay Transparency Notice Pursuant to applicable law, this position includes a good-faith salary or hourly range at the time of posting. The final compensation offered will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, skills, education, geographic location, and business

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Trustpoint provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. Employment decisions are made without regard to any protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, and

Trustpoint may utilize technology tools, including applicant tracking systems and automated screening tools, to support the recruitment process. Such tools are used in a manner consistent with applicable laws and are not the sole determinant of hiring