Law Clerk Internship

Bridges Trust; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Bridges Trust in Omaha, NE seeks a Trust & Estate Law Clerk intern for the summer of 2027. This on-site internship begins in May 2027 and may continue through the school year.

You will review and interpret documents related to estate planning, such as wills, trusts, and powers of attorney, and assist with document preparation and project coordination. Reporting to the Vice President of Trust and Family Office, you will research estate plans, produce an estate plan overview and flow chart, study

Qualifications

• Current second year law student pursuing a Juris Doctorate degree.
• Coursework in trust and estate planning, business planning, finance, accounting, or securities analysis.
• Understanding of trust and estate planning concepts and tactics.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and organizational skills are required.
• Superior research and analytical skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Research and review assigned estate plans.
• Produce a detailed estate plan overview and flow chart.
• Research relevant case law and statutory precedent.
• Attend Trust and Estate Committee Meetings.
• Participate in weekly discussions on capital market dynamics.
• Assemble information on assets and liabilities for estate administration.
• Participate in monthly investment committee, as well as internal Capital Markets Expectations meetings.

Skills

Legal research

Estate planning knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Pursuing JD (Second year)

Tools

Westlaw

Job description

Bridges Trust is a privately owned, multi-family office and wealth management firm serving successful individuals and families across generations. We bring together expertise in investments, trusts, philanthropy, and strategic planning to help clients navigate complex financial decisions and preserve and grow their wealth. We also serve endowments, foundations, business owners, and corporations.

Our team is the foundation of the service we provide. We bring tenacity, sound judgment, and a personal commitment to each client relationship. As we grow, we look forward to welcoming people who share our values of trust, service, excellence, and performance.

About the Internship

This internship is not remote and located in Omaha, NE and begins in May 2027 and runs through the summer of 2027 and will have the option of continuing through the school year.

The Trust & Estate Law Clerk position is responsible for reviewing and interpreting documents related to estate planning, such as wills, trusts, and powers of attorney. This individual is responsible for document preparation and review, account research and review, and the oversight and coordination of various projects, as assigned.

This role will report to the Vice President of Trust and Family Office.

What you'll do

The following responsibilities reflect how you can make a difference:

• Research and review assigned estate plans.
• Produce a detailed estate plan overview and flow chart.
• Research relevant case law and statutory precedent.
• Attend Trust and Estate Committee Meetings.
• Participate in weekly discussions on capital market dynamics.
• Assemble information on assets and liabilities for estate administration.
• Participate in monthly investment committee, as well as internal Capital Markets Expectations meetings.

Qualifications

• Current second year law student pursuing a Juris Doctorate degree.
• Coursework in trust and estate planning, business planning, finance, accounting, or securities analysis.
• Understanding of trust and estate planning concepts and tactics.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and organizational skills are required.
• Superior research and analytical skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Written and verbal communication skills.

In joining our team for the internship program, you will work with talented, high-achieving people who come together to serve and support our clients and each other. We offer highly competitive pay and benefits with professional development and growth opportunities.