Trusts amp Estates Associate Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Florham Park (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading boutique law firm in Florham Park, NJ, seeks a Trusts & Estates Associate Attorney with 3-5 years of experience in estate planning and administration for high-net-worth clients. This role offers the chance to work closely with top-tier attorneys, handling complex legal matters in a collaborative environment. Ideal candidates will have a strong foundation in fiduciary litigation and a proactive approach to client relationships.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in trusts and estates planning and administration.
• Active New Jersey Bar admission; additional bar admissions are a plus.
• Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Handle sophisticated estate planning and trust administration for high-net-worth individuals.
• Assist in the preparation of wills, trusts, and other estate planning documents.
• Advise clients on estate management and tax implications.

Skills

Trusts and Estates expertise

Estate planning and administration

Tax and business planning

Fiduciary litigation

Legal research and writing

Client management and relationship-building

Strong attention to detail and organization

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Job description

Job Overview:
A well-established boutique law firm in Florham Park, NJ, is seeking an experienced and self-motivated Trusts & Estates Associate Attorney to join its growing practice. The ideal candidate will have 3 to 5 years of experience in estate and trust planning and administration for high-net-worth clients. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside top-tier attorneys, gaining significant responsibilities in a dynamic and collaborative environment. A strong foundation in fiduciary litigation is a plus, with a willingness to learn encouraged.

Location:

Duties:

• Handle sophisticated estate planning and trust administration for high-net-worth individuals and families.
• Assist in the preparation of wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and other estate planning documents.
• Work with clients to develop comprehensive estate and tax plans.
• Manage the administration of trusts and estates, ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
• Advise clients on the management of estates, including tax implications and asset distribution.
• Collaborate with colleagues to handle complex fiduciary litigation matters.
• Provide guidance to clients and families regarding asset protection, wealth preservation, and legacy planning.

Requirements:

• Active New Jersey Bar admission (additional bar admissions in New York, Florida, and/or Pennsylvania are a plus).
• 3 to 5 years of experience in trusts and estates planning and administration.
• Proven experience with high-net-worth individuals and families.
• Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills.
• Ability to manage complex legal matters independently while working as part of a team.
• A proactive and self-motivated approach to tasks and client relationships.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Additional state bar licenses (preferred, but not required).

Skills:

• Trusts and Estates expertise
• Estate planning and administration
• Tax and business planning
• Fiduciary litigation (preferred, or willingness to learn)
• Legal research and writing
• Client management and relationship-building
• Strong attention to detail and organization