Trusts & Estates Associate

Job Overview

A well-established law firm is seeking a Trusts & Estates Associate to join its dynamic and sophisticated estate planning and trust and estate administration practice in Hartford, CT. This position is ideal for candidates with at least four years of experience working with high-net-worth clients to develop long-term estate planning strategies. The associate will handle all aspects of estate planning, probate processes, and related tax matters.

Location

• Hartford, CT

Duties

• Develop long-term estate planning strategies for high-net-worth clients.
• Draft relevant estate planning documents, including wills, trusts, and other related instruments.
• Handle all aspects of the probate process, including post-mortem estate and tax planning.
• Prepare estate tax returns and trust and estate income tax returns.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure the successful administration of estates and trusts.

Requirements

• At least 4 years of experience in Trusts & Estates law.
• Active member in good standing of the Connecticut Bar.
• Admission to the Massachusetts Bar is a plus.
• Strong experience in working with high-net-worth clients.
• Proven ability to handle complex estate planning and administration matters.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-approved law school.

Certifications

• Active membership in the Connecticut Bar (required).
• Admission to the Massachusetts Bar (preferred, but not required).

Skills

• Superior analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong judgment and the ability to work independently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in an entrepreneurial and fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative and team-oriented work style.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Collaborative and sophisticated work environment.
• Opportunities for career development and growth.

Known for their ability to provide the highest-level advocacy services, the attorneys at this law firm provide a personalized, creative, and streamlined approach. Attorneys here specialize in construction, corporate and business, employee benefits environmental, health, intellectual property, immigration, labor and employment, litigation, personal financial planning, real estate, securities, and sports law. Clients of this full-service concern include individuals, financial institutions, real estate developers and construction companies, hospitals, state and local agencies, privately owned businesses and partnerships, publicly held corporations, and emerging businesses.