Trusts & Estates Attorney

ThinkingAhead Executive Search; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 200,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

AM LAW 200 firm is seeking two qualified Attorneys with experience in Trusts & Estates in Florida. The ideal candidate will have 4+ years drafting sophisticated estate planning documents and estate/trust administration, with preference for an LLM in Taxation or Estate Planning.

Bar admission in Florida or willingness to take the Florida Bar is required. This role offers immediate responsibility, client exposure, and an equity partner opportunity with excellent compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience focused on drafting sophisticated estate planning documents.
• Preference for an LLM in Taxation or Estate Planning.
• Bar admission in Florida or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Draft sophisticated estate planning documents and administer estates and trusts as needed.
• Provide client exposure and support business development opportunities.
• Collaborate with partners to manage high-net-worth client relationships.

Skills

Drafting experience

Client development

Education

LLM in Taxation or Estate Planning

Florida Bar admission

Job description

Build your practice with sophisticated estate planning work, immediate client exposure, and a clear path to partnership.

Our client is an AM LAW 200 firm seeking two qualified Attorneys with experience in Trusts & Estates. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 4 years of experience focused on drafting sophisticated estate planning documents, estate and trust administration. Preference will be given to candidates with an LLM in Taxation or Estate Planning.

Candidates should be barred in Florida or willing to take the Florida Bar.

The position requires excellent academic credentials, strong communication skills, meticulous drafting ability, and client development potential. The ideal candidate has an engaging personality and an empathetic demeanor, as well as a personal presence that inspires the confidence of sophisticated clients.

This position offers immediate responsibility and client exposure in a friendly, collegial work environment, an equity partner opportunity, and excellent compensation and benefits. The team is supportive and collaborative, providing candidates with the opportunity to gain experience while learning from a reputed practitioner.

• 4+ years of relevant experience
• LLM in Taxation or Estate Planning preferred
• Florida Bar admission required or willingness to obtain
• Equity partner opportunity
• Salary: $200,000–$350,000+ with bonuses

Confidentiality and discretion are assured.