Trusts & Estates Attorney: Immediate Caseload, Growth Path

MWC Legal Group; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

401(k) with company match

Group life insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Parking paid by firm

Paid time off starting at 2 weeks

Job summary

MWC Legal Group in Milwaukee is seeking an associate attorney to handle a full caseload from day one across estate planning, probate, and trusts. You will draft documents, advise on elder law, and manage fiduciary matters with minimal ramp-up time.

We value an entrepreneurial mindset and strong client communication as you build your practice, invest in business development, and contribute to a collaborative, long‑term platform.

Qualifications

• 5 to 10 years of experience in trusts and estates, estate planning, probate, or related areas.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage a client-facing caseload.
• Experience in two or more service areas is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage a case load in estate planning, probate, trust administration, and related areas.
• Draft and review wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and other estate planning documents.
• Handle probate and trust administration matters including filings, accountings, and client communications.
• Advise clients on elder law, Medicaid planning, guardianships, and special needs planning.
• Assist with fiduciary tax preparation and related filings as applicable.
• Support transactional work including entity formation and real estate closings for family businesses.
• Represent clients in fiduciary litigation and contested probate or guardianship proceedings as needed.
• Cultivate a client base and referral network in the Milwaukee market.

Skills

Entrepreneurial mindset

Strong client communication

Attention to detail

Professional standards

Education

Active Wisconsin bar license or eligibility

Job description

MWC Legal Group in Milwaukee is seeking an associate attorney to handle a full caseload from day one across estate planning, probate, and trusts. You will draft documents, advise on elder law, and manage fiduciary matters with minimal ramp-up time.

We value an entrepreneurial mindset and strong client communication as you build your practice, invest in business development, and contribute to a collaborative, long‑term platform.