Trust & Estates Attorney

A well-established law firm in Boston, Massachusetts is seeking a Senior Trust & Estates Attorney to join their team. This attorney will play a key leadership role within the firm’s estate planning practice, managing complex matters and serving as a trusted advisor to high-net-worth individuals and families. The ideal candidate will have deep experience in trust and estate planning, estate administration, and related tax matters, and will be comfortable mentoring junior attorneys and working closely with clients.

Responsibilities:

• Handle sophisticated estate planning and estate/trust administration matters
• Draft wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and related documents
• Advise clients on tax planning, wealth transfer strategies, charitable planning, and business succession
• Oversee probate filings and administration, including asset distribution and fiduciary accountings
• Collaborate with financial advisors, CPAs, and other professionals to develop comprehensive plans
• Manage client relationships with professionalism, responsiveness, and discretion
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior attorneys and staff
• Participate in business development, networking, and firm growth initiatives

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Admission to the Massachusetts Bar required
• 5 years of trust and estates experience preferred
• Strong drafting, analytical, and client-facing skills
• Experience working with high-net-worth clients and complex estate matters
• LLM in Taxation or estate planning experience with tax considerations is a plus

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Bonus potential
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Partnership track
• The annual salary for this position is between $130,000 – $180,000. Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.