Trusts & Estates Attorney (NJ): HNW, Partnership Track

LHH; New Jersey; On-site; USD 135,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary annual bonus

Full benefits (medical/dental/vision, 401k, parental leave)

Informal interview process

Job summary

A prominent law firm in New Jersey is seeking a Trusts & Estates Attorney with 4-10 years of experience to handle sophisticated planning and litigation for high-net-worth clients. The firm offers a partnership track with no hard billable requirement and a collegial culture. Ideal candidates are personable and empathetic, holding a NJ bar admission. The role provides a salary range of $135k–$170k+, a discretionary bonus, and full benefits including medical and parental leave.

Qualifications

• 4–10 years of Trusts & Estates experience.
• Background in planning, tax, administration, and/or T&E litigation.
• Experience with sophisticated/HNW clients is required.
• Personable, empathetic, and comfortable in front of clients.
• Clerkship experience is a plus; strong academics not a focus.

Responsibilities

• Work with a busy T&E partner on high-net-worth planning and litigation.
• Contribute to a client-facing, relationship-driven practice.

Skills

Trusts & Estates experience

Client interaction skills

Planning and tax expertise

Experience with high-net-worth clients

Personable and empathetic demeanor

Education

NJ bar admission

NY bar admission (a plus)

Job description

A prominent law firm in New Jersey is seeking a Trusts & Estates Attorney with 4-10 years of experience to handle sophisticated planning and litigation for high-net-worth clients. The firm offers a partnership track with no hard billable requirement and a collegial culture. Ideal candidates are personable and empathetic, holding a NJ bar admission. The role provides a salary range of $135k–$170k+, a discretionary bonus, and full benefits including medical and parental leave.