Partner Attorney - Estate Planning

Bonham Solutions; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 350,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

A nationally recognized law firm seeks an experienced Trusts & Estates Partner to join its Denver office and lead sophisticated estate planning and wealth-transfer work for high-net-worth individuals and families.

The ideal candidate will originate new business, maintain deep client relationships, and collaborate across offices. Hybrid/remote schedule with in-office days supports flexible growth within a collaborative national platform.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active Colorado bar admission (or eligibility).
• Significant experience in sophisticated trusts and estates planning for high-net-worth individuals and families.
• Portable book of business and established Denver market relationships.

Responsibilities

• Advise high-net-worth individuals on estate planning, trust administration, wealth transfer, and tax planning.
• Originate new business and cross-sell across practice areas.
• Collaborate with attorneys across multiple offices and practice groups.

Skills

Business development

Client service

Leadership

Relationship building

Cross-office collaboration

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

A nationally recognized, full-service law firm with more than 30 offices across the United States and a growing presence throughout the Mountain West is seeking an experienced Trusts & Estates Partner to join its Denver office. The firm represents high-net-worth individuals and families in sophisticated estate planning, trust administration, wealth transfer, and tax planning matters.

This is a strong opportunity for an entrepreneurial attorney to join a collaborative national platform, build on an existing practice in one of the country's fastest-growing wealth markets, and tap into significant cross-selling opportunities across multiple practice areas.

About the Role

The firm is looking for a Trusts & Estates attorney with a track record of advising high-net-worth individuals and families on sophisticated estate planning, trust administration, wealth preservation, gift and estate tax planning, and business succession matters.

The ideal candidate brings an established practice, deep client relationships, and a proven ability to originate new business while providing top-tier client service — particularly within Denver's growing base of entrepreneurs, executives, and multigenerational families.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active bar admission (or eligibility for admission) in Colorado
• Significant experience in sophisticated trusts and estates planning for high-net-worth individuals and families
• Demonstrated business development skills and an established professional network within the Denver market
• Portable book of business required
• Excellent client service, leadership, and relationship-building abilities
• Ability to collaborate with attorneys across multiple offices and practice groups

Partnership Opportunities

The firm offers both Income Partner and Equity Partner opportunities based on the size and sustainability of a candidate's portable practice.

Equity Partner

• Candidates with a self-sustaining portable book of business of approximately $1 million or more will be considered for equity partnership upon joining
• Ideal candidates maintain billing rates of $600+ per hour or have the ability to support or increase billing rates within the firm's platform

Income Partner

• Candidates with an established but growing practice are encouraged to apply
• Compensation is based on several factors, including portable book of business, billing rate, expected annual billable hours, and overall experience and practice potential
• Attorneys with books below the equity threshold but strong long-term growth potential will be considered for the Income Partner track

Position Highlights

• Hybrid/remote schedule with 3 days per week in office
• Strong opportunities for cross-selling and collaboration with the firm's established corporate, tax, real estate, and litigation practices
• Flexible partnership structure with clear paths for growth
• Competitive compensation aligned with practice size and performance
• Robust marketing, business development, and administrative support