Trusts & Estates Attorney

Adams & Martin Group; Liberty (MO); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Adams & Martin Group is seeking a Trusts & Estates Attorney to join its growing practice, offering direct client interaction, meaningful responsibility, and a flexible, collegial environment. The firm welcomes experience across core trusts/estates disciplines and supports varied compensation models.

The role emphasizes independent matter management with periodic in-office presence, strong work-life balance, and long-term growth within an established practice.

Qualifications

• J.D. required and licensed to practice in Missouri.
• Experience in one or more trusts/estates disciplines is preferred.
• Ability to work independently and manage client matters.
• Strong written and verbal communication, and client-service skills.

Responsibilities

• Trust Administration
• Guardianships and Conservatorships
• Trust, Estate, and Probate Litigation

Skills

Client communication

Drafting

Independent work

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Licensed to practice law in Missouri

3+ years of relevant legal experience

Job description

Salary: USD90000 - USD115000 per year

A well-established boutique law firm is seeking a Trusts & Estates Attorney to join its growing practice. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who enjoys direct client interaction, meaningful responsibility, and a broad range of trusts and estates work in a highly flexible and collegial environment.

The firm is open to attorneys with experience in one or more core trusts and estates disciplines and is seeking someone who can confidently manage matters within their area of expertise.

Responsibilities

The practice includes work in areas such as:

• Trust Administration
• Guardianships and Conservatorships
• Trust, Estate, and Probate Litigation

Candidates are not expected to have experience across all practice areas. Attorneys with meaningful experience in at least one or two of these disciplines are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Licensed to practice law in Missouri
• Approximately 3+ years of relevant legal experience
• Experience in one or more of the following:
  • Estate Planning
  • Probate Administration
  • Trust Administration
  • Guardianships or Conservatorships
  • Trusts & Estates Litigation
• Ability to work independently and manage client matters
• Strong communication, drafting, and client-service skills
• Competitive compensation based on experience and preferred compensation structure
• For candidates seeking a traditional salary arrangement, compensation is generally expected to fall between $90,000-$115,000, depending on experience
• The firm is also open to alternative compensation models, including production-based and hybrid compensation structures
• Flexible hybrid work environment
• No designated in-office day requirements
• Attorneys enjoy significant flexibility in determining their schedules, though the position is not fully remote and requires periodic in-office presence for client meetings and document executions
• Strong work-life balance
• Long-term growth opportunity within an established trusts and estates practice

About the Firm

This boutique firm combines sophisticated trusts and estates work with a family-oriented culture. Attorneys are afforded substantial autonomy, direct client contact, and flexibility in how they manage their practices while working alongside experienced colleagues in a supportive environment. The firm values professionalism, collaboration, and maintaining a healthy balance between career and personal commitments.