Trust & Estates Associate

A highly regarded law firm in Washington, DC is seeking a Trusts & Estates Associate with 5–8 years of experience to join its growing Private Client practice. This is an excellent opportunity to work with high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals and families on sophisticated estate planning and wealth transfer matters.The ideal candidate will have strong experience advising clients on complex tax planning strategies, trust and estate administration, and business succession planning while collaborating with a team of experienced attorneys and advisors.Key ResponsibilitiesAdvise high- and ultra-high-net-worth clients on sophisticated estate and wealth transfer planning strategiesDraft and implement estate planning documents, including wills, revocable and irrevocable trusts, and related planning vehiclesHandle trust and estate administration, including probate matters and post-death planningAssist clients with gift, estate, and generation-skipping transfer (GST) tax planningSupport business succession planning for closely held businesses and family enterprisesWork closely with clients, accountants, financial advisors, and other professional advisorsQualifications5–8 years of experience in Trusts & Estates / Private Client practiceSignificant experience with estate planning for high- and ultra-high-net-worth individualsStrong background in tax planning, trust and estate administration, and wealth transfer strategiesExperience with exempt organizations (beyond charitable giving) is a plusLL.M. in Taxation preferredDC Bar admission required (or must obtain upon hire)Maryland and/or Virginia Bar admission preferred or willingness to obtain