Trusts & Estates Attorney - $200k

We Are Legal Revolution; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Bonuses

Profit Sharing

Job summary

An established industry player in Hackensack is seeking a Trusts & Estates Associate to join their esteemed legal team. This role offers the chance to work with high-net-worth clients, crafting sophisticated estate plans that ensure generational wealth preservation. With a strong focus on mentorship from Ivy League-educated partners, you will have the opportunity to advance your career on a partner track within just eight years. Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to work in a modern office close to Manhattan's elite market. If you are passionate about estate planning and ready to take your career to new heights, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Strong background in estate planning and tax strategies for high-net-worth clients.
• Ability to manage complex probate proceedings and client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Draft wills, trusts, and powers of attorney for high-net-worth clients.
• Advise on tax strategies and oversee probate proceedings.

Skills

Estate Planning

Tax Strategy

Client Relationship Management

Probate Management

Trust Structuring

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Ivy League Education

Job description

Trusts & Estates Associate | Hackensack, NJ | $180K–$230K

Join a trusted Hackensack firm with a 40+ year legacy of serving high-net-worth clients, known for its Ivy League talent and judge-trusted reputation. This collaborative team offers a prime opportunity to craft sophisticated estate plans near Manhattan’s elite market while advancing your career.

Why You Should Join:

• Sophisticated Client Base – Manage estate plans for high-net-worth individuals, including a recent $5M estate plan for a business owner, ensuring generational wealth preservation.
• Partner Track in 8 Years – Reach partnership in 8 years, with 50% of current partners having advanced within this timeline, thanks to the firm’s lean structure.
• Elite Mentorship – Work alongside Ivy League-educated partners, with 75% of the trusts team having over 20 years of experience, guiding you to excellence.

Responsibilities:

• Draft Estate Plans – Create wills, trusts, and powers of attorney for high-net-worth clients, ensuring tax-efficient wealth transfer.
• Structure Trusts – Design revocable and irrevocable trusts, including special needs trusts, to meet clients’ unique goals.
• Advise on Tax Strategies – Provide counsel on estate, gift, and income tax planning, minimizing tax burdens for clients and their heirs.
• Manage Probate – Oversee probate proceedings and estate administration, resolving disputes and ensuring smooth asset distribution.
• Build Client Relationships – Take over existing client portfolios and expand the firm’s trusts practice by attracting new high-net-worth clients.

What’s In It for You:

• Competitive Pay – Earn $180K–$200K based on your experience, with bonuses and profit-sharing potential.
• Hackensack Hub – Work from a modern office in Hackensack, NJ, just minutes from Manhattan’s elite market.
• Comprehensive Benefits – Health, vision, dental, 401(k), and PTO to support your well-being.
• Career Advancement – Position yourself for partnership in a firm that values expertise.

Ready to Take the Reins?

Email [e-mail] for a confidential chat today.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Legal

Industries

Law Practice