Trust and Estate Attorney

Jobot; Lexington (KY); Remote; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A boutique law firm is seeking a Remote Trust & Estate Attorney based in the Lexington area. This role involves drafting legal documents, advising clients, and coordinating with financial advisors. Candidates must possess a J.D., be admitted to the NC and SC Bars, and ideally have experience in handling high-net-worth clients.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation Up to $106,000 base salary (DOE)

Comprehensive Benefits including life insurance and disability

Flexible remote arrangements

Career Growth opportunities

Collaborative environment with financial advisors and CPAs

Qualifications

• Active NC and SC Bar admission required.
• Minimum of 5 years in estate planning and trust law.
• Deep knowledge of tax laws affecting estate planning.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and revise estate planning documents.
• Advise clients on estate, gift, and generation-skipping transfer taxes.
• Oversee estates paralegal and guardianship hearing representation.

Skills

Communication

Analytical

Organizational

Writing

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

LL.M. in Taxation (preferred)

Job description

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Base pay range

$90,000.00/yr - $110,000.00/yr

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Job details

Remote Trust & Estate Attorney | NC & SC Bar Required | 5+ YOE | $65K–$106K

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Salary $90,000 - $110,000 per year

A Bit About Us

Founded over a decade ago and based in Charlotte, with other offices in North and South Carolina, we are a boutique law firm dedicated to helping individuals and families navigate estate planning, probate, and business law matters with precision, care, and professionalism. We pride ourselves on providing tailored legal strategies in a supportive, tech-forward environment.



Why join us?

• Competitive Compensation Up to $106,000 base salary (DOE)
• Comprehensive Benefits Company-paid life insurance, long-term disability, paid license fees, CLE in NC & SC
• High-Tech Tools Efficient cloud-based legal infrastructure
• Work-Life Balance Flexible remote arrangements
• Career Growth Handle high-net-worth cases, direct paralegal team, attend court hearings
• Team Support Collaborate with financial advisors, CPAs, and legal peers in a respectful, client-centered setting
  
  

Job Details

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Draft, review, and revise estate planning documents wills, trusts, POAs, directives
• Consult with clients to assess goals and recommend custom estate planning strategies
• Advise clients on estate, gift, and generation-skipping transfer taxes
• Coordinate with financial advisors and CPAs on comprehensive plans
• Participate in probate discussions and represent clients in probate proceedings
• Oversee estates paralegal and guardianship hearing representation
  
  

Qualifications Needed

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Active NC and SC Bar Admission (mandatory)
• SC Rule 403 court appearance certification (or ability to obtain)
• Minimum 5 years of estate planning and trust law experience
• Deep knowledge of tax laws affecting estate planning
• Proven ability to handle client communications, drafting, and court presence
• Strong writing, analytical, and organizational skills
• Preferred LL.M. in Taxation and experience with complex trusts/high-net-worth clients
  
  

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Legal Services, Law Practice, and Government Administration

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