Senior or Principal Trusts & Estates AttorneyAbout the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Senior or Principal Trusts & Estates Attorney to join our highly respected and growing private client practice. This is a unique opportunity for an accomplished attorney who enjoys sophisticated estate planning and estate administration work and is looking for a long-term leadership opportunity within a collaborative and supportive environment.The successful candidate will work with a well-established team handling a substantial and sophisticated trusts and estates practice, including estate planning, estate administration, fiduciary matters, and estate tax planning. The practice serves individuals and families with estates typically ranging from $2 million to $25 million, with occasional higher-net-worth matters.This role offers significant autonomy, direct client engagement, and the opportunity to work alongside experienced attorneys and an exceptional support team. For the right individual, this position presents a potential succession opportunity as part of the firm's long-term growth and leadership planning.Key ResponsibilitiesManage a diverse litigation caseload from inception through resolution.Advise individuals and families on estate planning strategies, wealth transfer planning, and asset protection matters.Draft and review wills, trusts, powers of attorney, health care directives, and related estate planning documents.Manage complex estate administration and probate matters from inception through final distribution.Counsel fiduciaries regarding trust and estate administration responsibilities.Prepare and oversee estate, gift, and fiduciary tax planning matters.Review and assist with estate tax return preparation and related tax filings.Provide strategic guidance on trust administration, fiduciary compliance, and wealth preservation objectives.Collaborate closely with clients, accountants, financial advisors, and other professional advisors.Mentor junior attorneys and support staff while contributing to practice development initiatives.Maintain strong client relationships through responsive service and trusted legal counsel.QualificationsJuris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.Active license and good standing with the applicable State Bar.10+ years of experience in trusts and estates, estate planning, and estate administration.Significant experience handling sophisticated estate planning matters and probate administration.Estate tax return preparation and estate tax planning experience strongly preferred.Excellent drafting, analytical, communication, and client relationship skills.Ability to manage a substantial caseload while maintaining exceptional client service standards.Leadership mindset with interest in mentoring, succession planning, and long-term practice growth.Why Join UsJoin a respected and established law firm with a strong reputation in Trusts & Estates law.Work on sophisticated estate planning and estate administration matters involving estates typically ranging from $2 million to $25 million+.Benefit from a highly experienced support team, including dedicated paralegals and administrative professionals.Enjoy a collaborative, team-oriented culture with mentorship and professional development opportunities.Take advantage of a unique long-term leadership opportunity with potential succession planning responsibilities.Build strong client relationships while handling meaningful and impactful legal work.Hybrid work flexibility available following the onboarding period.Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and summer early-Friday schedules from Memorial Day through Labor Day.Join a firm that values professionalism, work-life balance, and long-term career growth.#J-18808-Ljbffr