Estate Planning Attorney

Australia-Employment; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 135,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot in Maryland is seeking an Estate Planning Attorney to serve high-net-worth clients, focusing on sophisticated estate planning, estate and trust administration, and tax-driven wealth transfer strategies. You will draft wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and related instruments while advising clients on wealth structuring and succession for families and business owners.

This role emphasizes client relationships and technical depth within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active Maryland bar admission.
• 3+ years of estate planning, trust and estate administration, or related private client work.
• Strong understanding of estate and gift tax principles and wealth transfer strategies.
• Experience drafting a range of estate planning documents, such as wills, revocable and irrevocable trusts, powers of attorney, and related instruments.

Responsibilities

• Draft and implement comprehensive estate plans for high-net-worth individuals.
• Advise on trust structures, business succession, and tax minimization strategies.
• Build and maintain direct client relationships as a trusted advisor.

Skills

Communication skills

Client relations

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Estate Planning Attorney | Working with High-Net-Worth Clients

Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the \"Quick Apply\" button and sending us your resume. Salary: $135,000 - $150,000 per year.

A bit about us: Our client is a respected boutique law firm focused on sophisticated estate planning, estate and trust administration, and tax-driven wealth transfer strategies. The firm advises individuals, families, business owners, and fiduciaries on preserving and transitioning wealth across generations.

With a strong reputation for technical depth and personalized service, this company handles complex matters involving high-net-worth clients, including advanced trust structures, business succession planning, and estate tax minimization. The firm maintains a collaborative, client-centric culture where attorneys are encouraged to build meaningful client relationships while delivering thoughtful, strategic counsel.

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to join a highly regarded practice where estate planning is the core focus—not a secondary offering. Attorneys at this company benefit from the following:

• High-Level Work: Exposure to sophisticated estate planning matters, including tax-efficient strategies, multi-generational wealth planning, and closely held business succession.


• Client Interaction: Direct access to clients and the opportunity to serve as a trusted advisor rather than working behind the scenes.


• Collaborative Environment: A collegial team of experienced practitioners who value mentorship, knowledge-sharing, and professional development.


• Sustainable Practice Model: A firm culture that emphasizes long-term client relationships and quality of work over volume-driven production.


• Growth Potential: The ability to develop a portable practice, expand client relationships, and progress toward leadership within the firm.

This role is ideal for an attorney who enjoys combining technical expertise with personal client service in a focused estate planning environment.

Job Details

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active bar admission in Maryland


• 3+ years of experience in estate planning, trust and estate administration, or related private client work


• Strong understanding of estate and gift tax principles, trust structures, and wealth transfer strategies


• Experience drafting a range of estate planning documents, such as wills, revocable and irrevocable trusts, powers of attorney, and related instruments


• Familiarity with high-net-worth client planning, including business succession or tax-efficient structures, is preferred


• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust with clients and explain complex concepts clearly

Equal Opportunity Employer

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.