What are the responsibilities and job description for the Estate Planning and Probate Attorney (Washington-State licensed; Hybrid) position at Latitude Legal?
Latitude Legal is partnering with a highly regarded boutique tax and estate planning law firm in the Seattle area to identify an experienced Estate Planning & Probate Attorney to join the firm’s growing practice on a permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned attorney who is conscientious, resourceful, and motivated to work through complex estate and tax planning matters while serving as a trusted advisor to clients. This is not a learn-as-you-go role. The firm is seeking an attorney with a strong foundation in estate planning who is eager to continue growing professionally within a collaborative, high-performing team.
The firm is known for delivering white-glove, client-centered legal services with a strong emphasis on relationships, trust, and technical excellence. While experiencing thoughtful, strategic growth, the firm remains deeply committed to a supportive, kind, and drama-free culture where teamwork, humor, and mutual respect are valued. In this role, the Estate Planning & Probate Attorney will work closely with partners, paralegals, and other professionals to deliver high-quality estate planning and probate services to individuals and business owners with sophisticated needs, with opportunities for leadership, client development, and long-term professional growth.
Key Responsibilities
Pay: The base salary for this position is $150,000 depending on experience.
Confidentiality
Latitude will not propose you to prospective clients without your prior consent. Candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.
About Latitude
Latitude is a full-service flexible legal talent company serving corporate legal departments and law firms nationwide. From Fortune Global 100 companies to start-ups and Global 50 law firms to boutiques, clients turn to us for top-tier attorneys and other legal professionals.
Latitude specializes in providing highly skilled former in-house counsel and Big Law attorneys for flexible contract engagements and permanent positions in dozens of practice areas, including commercial contracting, data privacy, M&A, employment, litigation, and more.
Founded in 2013, Latitude has been recognized by Chambers as a leading global flexible legal staffing company and the #1 Legal Recruiter by The National Law Journal.
Latitude Contract Engagements & Secondments
Outstanding attorneys and other legal professionals who are seeking contract assignments or consulting/secondment roles choose to work with Latitude because of our competitive compensation and benefits, sophisticated and engaging work, a chance to work with great clients and peers, and a refreshing blend of freedom with self-designed boundaries. Our own experience as practicing attorneys and our client relationships enable us to effectively tailor our candidate proposals to the specific practice strengths and interpersonal attributes that matter most to our clients and to match our candidates with the opportunities that will be most fulfilling to them.
Our Specialty: Peer-Level Contract Attorneys. Latitude Attorneys have the level of skill, experience, and judgment as would be expected of a permanent member of our client’s corporate legal department or law firm and the versatility to step into challenging environments and hit the ground running. Latitude Attorneys serve on a full- or part-time contract basis, and work remotely or on-site at the client office.
Faq
Q: What other legal jobs do you have?
A: If you’re interested in working with Latitude but do not think this particular legal job is the right one for you, we encourage you to explore our other open opportunities or fill out a General Application by visiting us at https://latitudelegal.com/jobs/
Q: Should I apply for this specific position if I have previously applied for another Latitude position?
A: Yes, it is better to apply to each Latitude job for which you are qualified and interested so that we immediately know of your interest in that specific role. This also enables you to share additional information about your qualifications or interest specific to each role. If you do not meet all of the qualifications for a position but think you would still be highly effective in the role, it can be helpful to include a brief explanation in your application.
Q: How can I reduce the risk of missing Latitude’s email inviting me to interview for this position?
A: Please safe-list Latitude’s URL domain name (latitudelegal.com) in your spam filter so that an email from one of our recruiters does not get caught in your spam folder. Our recruiters will never contact you by email from a URL other than latitudelegal.com
Q: My current legal team needs help. How can I see some Latitude candidates for my legal team?
A: The fastest way is to submit the very short form on our website contact page. A member of our client services team will be back in touch with you very fast to learn more about your need so we can provide you with on point candidates to consider.
For more information about Latitude, please visit us at https://latitudelegal.com.
Latitude is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
LATWA
The firm is known for delivering white-glove, client-centered legal services with a strong emphasis on relationships, trust, and technical excellence. While experiencing thoughtful, strategic growth, the firm remains deeply committed to a supportive, kind, and drama-free culture where teamwork, humor, and mutual respect are valued. In this role, the Estate Planning & Probate Attorney will work closely with partners, paralegals, and other professionals to deliver high-quality estate planning and probate services to individuals and business owners with sophisticated needs, with opportunities for leadership, client development, and long-term professional growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive legal counsel on estate planning, probate, and trust administration matters, including related tax considerations.
- Draft, review, and advise on wills, trusts, powers of attorney, advance directives, and related estate planning documents.
- Consult directly with clients to understand their personal, financial, and family circumstances and develop thoughtful, strategic estate plans tailored to their goals.
- Guide clients through probate and trust administration processes, including preparing and filing court petitions, inventories, and managing distributions.
- Represent clients effectively in probate court hearings and related proceedings, as needed.
- Educate clients on estate planning options related to retirement planning, charitable giving, insurance, and wealth transfer strategies.
- Collaborate closely with paralegals, senior partners, and other team members to manage workflow, client communications, and deadlines.
- Coordinate with financial advisors, accountants, and other professionals to deliver integrated estate and tax planning solutions.
- Utilize sophisticated estate planning document preparation software (experience with WealthCounsel is a plus).
- Stay current on developments in estate planning, probate, trust, and related tax law.
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.
- Active license to practice law in Washington State, in good standing with the Washington State Bar.
- 3–5 years of experience providing estate planning, probate, and trust administration services.
- Strong understanding of estate planning concepts, including tax implications.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively in emotionally sensitive or high-stress situations.
- Ability to manage a diverse caseload, meet deadlines, and balance legal rigor with practical, business-minded solutions.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and professional judgment.
- Proficiency with technology and legal software tools.
- Naturally curious, analytical, and detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills and sound judgment.
- Able to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Creative and thoughtful in developing value-added solutions for clients.
- Dependable, accountable, flexible, and open to professional challenges.
- Tax experience or CPA background preferred but not mandatory
- Familiarity with real estate-related matters, including title insurance, property issues, and related litigation preferred but not mandatory
- Type of role: Permanent
- Schedule: Full time; Hybrid
- Location: Seattle
Pay: The base salary for this position is $150,000 depending on experience.
Confidentiality
Latitude will not propose you to prospective clients without your prior consent. Candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.
About Latitude
Latitude is a full-service flexible legal talent company serving corporate legal departments and law firms nationwide. From Fortune Global 100 companies to start-ups and Global 50 law firms to boutiques, clients turn to us for top-tier attorneys and other legal professionals.
Latitude specializes in providing highly skilled former in-house counsel and Big Law attorneys for flexible contract engagements and permanent positions in dozens of practice areas, including commercial contracting, data privacy, M&A, employment, litigation, and more.
Founded in 2013, Latitude has been recognized by Chambers as a leading global flexible legal staffing company and the #1 Legal Recruiter by The National Law Journal.
Latitude Contract Engagements & Secondments
Outstanding attorneys and other legal professionals who are seeking contract assignments or consulting/secondment roles choose to work with Latitude because of our competitive compensation and benefits, sophisticated and engaging work, a chance to work with great clients and peers, and a refreshing blend of freedom with self-designed boundaries. Our own experience as practicing attorneys and our client relationships enable us to effectively tailor our candidate proposals to the specific practice strengths and interpersonal attributes that matter most to our clients and to match our candidates with the opportunities that will be most fulfilling to them.
Our Specialty: Peer-Level Contract Attorneys. Latitude Attorneys have the level of skill, experience, and judgment as would be expected of a permanent member of our client’s corporate legal department or law firm and the versatility to step into challenging environments and hit the ground running. Latitude Attorneys serve on a full- or part-time contract basis, and work remotely or on-site at the client office.
Faq
Q: What other legal jobs do you have?
A: If you’re interested in working with Latitude but do not think this particular legal job is the right one for you, we encourage you to explore our other open opportunities or fill out a General Application by visiting us at https://latitudelegal.com/jobs/
Q: Should I apply for this specific position if I have previously applied for another Latitude position?
A: Yes, it is better to apply to each Latitude job for which you are qualified and interested so that we immediately know of your interest in that specific role. This also enables you to share additional information about your qualifications or interest specific to each role. If you do not meet all of the qualifications for a position but think you would still be highly effective in the role, it can be helpful to include a brief explanation in your application.
Q: How can I reduce the risk of missing Latitude’s email inviting me to interview for this position?
A: Please safe-list Latitude’s URL domain name (latitudelegal.com) in your spam filter so that an email from one of our recruiters does not get caught in your spam folder. Our recruiters will never contact you by email from a URL other than latitudelegal.com
Q: My current legal team needs help. How can I see some Latitude candidates for my legal team?
A: The fastest way is to submit the very short form on our website contact page. A member of our client services team will be back in touch with you very fast to learn more about your need so we can provide you with on point candidates to consider.
For more information about Latitude, please visit us at https://latitudelegal.com.
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