Trust & Estates Associate

Jobot; Greenwich (CT); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

Parental Leave

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Floating Holidays

Referral Bonus

Job summary

Jobot is assisting a well known firm seeking a Trust & Estates Associate in Connecticut. You will manage drafting of wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and health care directives, while providing comprehensive counsel on probate, estate taxes, and related issues.

Ideal candidates have a JD, CT/NY admission, 4+ years of experience, and excellent communication and analytical abilities. This is a skilled, independent role within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• JD degree from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice in CT and/or NY.
• Minimum of 4 years as a trust and estates associate attorney.
• Strong client relationships and communication skills.
• Analytical, detail-oriented, and ethical.

Responsibilities

• Draft wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and health care directives.
• Counsel on trust administration, probate, estate taxes, and related matters.
• Developestate planning strategies with clients while minimizing risk.
• Conduct legal research and stay current on trust and estate law.
• Represent clients in probate court and handle trust/estate litigation.
• Coordinate with attorneys, tax professionals, and financial advisors.
• Engage in business development to grow the trusts & estates practice.

Skills

Trusts & Estates

Legal drafting

Client communication

Legal research

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Trust & Estates Associate needed for well known firm with over 100 years in business!

Salary: $150,000 - $200,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are currently seeking a dynamic, detail-oriented, and dedicated Trust & Estates Associate to join our client's robust legal team. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned professional with a strong background in Trusts and Estates Law, with exceptional analytical, drafting, and communication skills.

Why join us?

• 401K
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Parental Leave
• Paid Time Off
• Eleven Holidays and 2 Floating Holidays
• Referral Bonus Program

Responsibilities:

1. Manage and oversee all aspects of our clients' trust and estate planning, including the drafting of wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and health care directives.
2. Provide comprehensive legal counsel on matters related to trust administration, probate, estate tax, and other related issues.
3. Collaborate with clients to develop strategies that will effectively meet their estate planning goals while minimizing potential legal risks.
4. Conduct thorough legal research and stay updated on the latest developments in trust and estate law.
5. Represent clients in probate court proceedings and handle trust and estate litigation matters.
6. Liaise with other attorneys, tax professionals, and financial advisors to ensure all aspects of the client's estate plan are well-coordinated.
7. Participate in business development activities to expand the firm's trusts and estates practice.

Qualifications:

1. Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
2. Admitted to practice law in Connecticut and/or New York.
3. Minimum of 4 years of experience as a trust and estates associate attorney.
4. Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to develop strong client relationships.
5. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain complex legal concepts to clients.
6. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail.
7. Ability to work independently and manage multiple cases with varying degrees of complexity.
8. Demonstrated commitment to ethical standards and high level of integrity.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic and supportive team, where you will have the chance to make a significant impact while advancing your career in the legal industry. If you are passionate about trusts and estates law and are looking for a challenging role, we would love to hear from you.

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. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.