Associate Attorney – Estate Planning / Trust Administration

Pay: $90,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Step into a highly respected elder law and estate planning practice with meaningful client impact
• Build deep expertise in estate planning, trust administration, probate, and elder law
• Work directly with experienced partners and maintain significant client contact
• Long-term career growth in a stable, well-established firm
• Supportive, professional environment that values mentorship, collaboration, and quality work
• Comprehensive benefits package, including employer-paid medical insurance and potential bonuses

Location

This is a full-time, on-site role based in Glastonbury, Connecticut, offering consistency, collaboration, and direct access to partners and clients.

Note

This role requires an active Connecticut Bar license and at least 1 year of attorney experience. 

About Us

We are a growing estate planning and elder law practice committed to delivering thoughtful, customized legal solutions to individuals and families. Our work is client-centered, detail-driven, and collaborative. We value professionalism, integrity, and long-term relationships with both our clients and our team members. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Conduct legal research and analysis related to estate planning, trust administration, probate, and fiduciary tax matters
• Draft and review wills, trusts, pleadings, motions, briefs, and related estate planning documents
• Administer trusts and estates, including fiduciary tax considerations
• Represent clients in probate court hearings and related proceedings
• Prepare for hearings by organizing evidence and developing legal strategies
• Communicate clearly with clients, providing practical legal guidance in plain English
• Manage an independent caseload in a fast-paced environment
• Collaborate with partners, attorneys, and staff on complex matters
• Stay current on changes in estate planning, elder law, probate, and tax regulations
• Participate in client development, networking, and firm growth initiatives
• Deliver presentations on estate planning and elder law topics as needed

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
• Licensed and in good standing to practice law in Connecticut
• 1+ years of attorney experience.
• Elder law experience required
• Fiduciary tax planning experience strongly preferred
• Prior probate court hearing experience
• Strong legal research, writing, and proofreading skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Strong organizational and time-management skills

Why You Will Love Working Here

You will join a team that values professionalism, collaboration, and service. This role offers meaningful client interaction, hands-on responsibility, and long-term career development in a supportive and growth-oriented environment where your contributions truly matter.

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Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Requirements: CT bar license. Must have 1+ year of general attorney experience

• Required Years as Associate: 2+

• Additional context: Relocation – No Packages – No

• Salary Bands (Only if attorney role):

• 2 to 3 years of directly relevant experience: $90,000–$105,000

• 4+ years of directly relevant experience: $105,000–$120,000

Submission Email:  vtiedt@nhalaw.net

Quick Recruiter Reference:

• Established Connecticut-based elder law and estate planning firm

• Associate Attorney handling estate planning, trust administration, probate, and elder law matters

• On-site, full-time role with strong client interaction and growth path

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New Job Order Alert

• Client job title: Associate Attorney – Estate Planning / Trust Administration

• Location: Glastonbury, CT

• On-site, hybrid, remote: On-site

• Experience: 1+

• Good fit job titles/keywords for candidates: Elder Law Attorney, Estate Planning Attorney, Trusts and Estates Associate, Probate Attorney, Trust Administration Attorney

• # of hires needed: 1