What are the responsibilities and job description for the Trust & Estate Attorney position at Orion Placement?
Why This Is a Great Opportunity
- Join a respected New England law firm with a strong Trust & Estate practice and long-standing client relationships.
- Handle meaningful work helping families, business owners, and individuals protect assets and plan for the future.
- Work on a broad mix of estate planning, probate, trust administration, business succession planning, charitable planning, and tax-related matters.
- Benefit from a collegial, flexible environment with mentorship and business development support.
- Build your career with a firm known for quality work, strong culture, and excellent benefits.
- Enjoy the quality-of-life advantages of working in New Hampshire while growing within a supportive legal team.
Location
This role is based in Concord, New Hampshire. The position is expected to have in-office presence, with flexibility depending on experience, performance, and firm needs.
Note
Qualified candidates must be admitted to practice in New Hampshire and have Trust & Estate experience, including estate planning document drafting.
About Us
We are a well-established New England law firm with a strong reputation for helping clients protect their families, assets, businesses, and long-term interests. Our Trust & Estate team handles sophisticated estate planning, trust and estate administration, probate, business succession planning, charitable planning, and related tax matters in a collaborative and supportive environment. Confidential Employer.
Job Description
- Draft a full range of estate planning documents, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and related planning documents.
- Advise clients on estate planning, trust administration, probate, charitable planning, and business succession planning.
- Assist with federal estate and gift tax issues connected to estate planning and administration.
- Work directly with clients, attorneys, paralegals, and other professionals to move matters forward efficiently.
- Conduct legal research and prepare clear, practical written work product.
- Support families, fiduciaries, business owners, and individuals through important planning and administration decisions.
- Participate in a collegial practice environment with mentoring, client contact, and business development support.
Qualifications
- 1 years of Trust & Estate experience.
- New Hampshire Bar admission required.
- Experience drafting estate planning documents required.
- Probate and trust administration experience preferred.
- Business succession planning and charitable planning experience preferred.
- Federal estate and gift tax familiarity preferred.
- Strong research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.
- Excellent academic credentials preferred.
- Ability to work collaboratively with attorneys, staff, clients, and outside advisors.
Why You Will Love Working Here
- Collegial and flexible working environment.
- Strong mentorship and business development support.
- Meaningful client-facing work that helps families and individuals plan for the future.
- Opportunity to grow within a respected Trust & Estate department.
- Competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a great team atmosphere.
- Strong firm culture with a commitment to exceptional client service and community involvement.
- Recognized as one of Business NH Magazine’s 2025 Best Companies to Work For.
JPC-985
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $115,000.00 - $135,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Please briefly explain how your experience aligns with this role (optional):
- This hybrid role is located at the Concord, NH office. Confirm you are okay with this: Y/N
- In what city/state do you currently reside?
- What base salary range would you need to make a move? Pls keep it aligned with your directly relevant experience, as candidates seeking compensation above their experience level may not be considered.
Experience:
- trust & estates: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- NH bar license (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Manchester, NH 03108
Salary : $115,000 - $135,000