Estate Planning and Probate Associate Attorney

Pay: $145,000.00 - $175,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a highly respected and established trusts and estates practice with a strong pipeline of sophisticated work.
• Handle meaningful estate planning, probate, and trust administration matters for a diverse client base.
• Work alongside experienced attorneys in a collaborative, team-oriented environment that supports mentorship and professional growth.
• Enjoy a hybrid work schedule after the initial onboarding period based on performance.
• Receive outstanding benefits, profit sharing, bonus opportunities, and ongoing professional development.
• Be part of a firm that values community involvement, long-term career development, and a positive workplace culture.

Location:Seattle, WA. Hybrid opportunity with up to two remote workdays per week after successfully completing the initial 90-day onsite onboarding period.

Note:Applicants must be licensed to practice law in Washington and have at least 2 years of estate planning and probate law experience.

About Us

We are a well-established, full-service law firm with a long-standing reputation for delivering practical legal solutions and exceptional client service. Our attorneys work collaboratively, value professionalism, and are committed to helping clients navigate complex legal matters with confidence. We invest in our people through mentorship, professional development, and meaningful career opportunities. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Draft and review wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and other estate planning documents.
• Manage probate and trust administration matters from beginning to resolution.
• Advise clients on estate planning strategies, wealth transfer, and tax considerations.
• Prepare and review estate, gift, and related tax filings.
• Draft sophisticated trust documents, including irrevocable and tax-focused planning vehicles.
• Conduct legal research and provide practical solutions to complex trusts and estates matters.
• Communicate regularly with clients, beneficiaries, fiduciaries, and other professionals.
• Collaborate closely with attorneys and support staff to deliver exceptional client service.

Qualifications

• Active Washington Bar license.
• 2+ years of estate planning and probate law experience.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.
• Collaborative mindset with strong organizational skills.
• LL.M. in Tax is a plus.
• Additional years of trusts and estates experience are welcomed.
• Candidates from private practice, including solo practice, are encouraged to apply.

Why You Will Love Working Here

• Supportive, collaborative team culture with approachable leadership.
• Hybrid flexibility after onboarding.
• Sophisticated legal work with opportunities to expand your expertise.
• Strong commitment to professional development and continuing education.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), profit sharing, paid time off, paid holidays, paid family leave, life insurance, and long-term disability coverage.
• Performance-based bonus opportunities and discretionary profit sharing.
• A workplace that values community involvement and long-term career success.

JPC-1416

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Requirements: Must haves: WA bar license, 6+ years of estate planning and probate law experience

• Required Years as Associate: 6

• Additional context: Relocation- [yes]. Packages - [no]

Submission Email: Name / Shari -

stipp@omwlaw.com

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Established midsize law firm seeking a WA licensed Estate Planning & Probate Associate. Handles estate planning, probate, trust administration, and tax planning matters. Hybrid after 90 days with bonuses and profit sharing.

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• Client job title: Estate Planning and Probate Associate Attorney

• Location: Seattle, WA

• On-site, hybrid, remote: Hybrid

• Experience: 6+

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