Associate Attorney needed for Portland office

Job Overview:

A respected boutique law firm in Portland, Maine is seeking a skilled Associate Attorney with 2–3 years of experience in estate planning and tax law to join its practice. The firm is known for its high-quality work in estate planning, trust and estate administration, and related areas of tax law. This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated attorney to work closely with a team of experienced professionals and grow within a well-established firm focused on long-term succession planning.

Location:

• Portland, Maine

Duties:

• Advise clients on estate planning and wealth preservation strategies

• Prepare and review estate planning documents, including wills, trusts, and related instruments

• Assist with the administration of trusts and estates

• Draft and review estate tax, gift tax, and fiduciary income tax returns

• Conduct legal research and write memos on relevant tax and estate planning matters

• Collaborate with attorneys, a CPA, and support staff on complex planning matters

• Participate in client meetings and assist in managing client relationships

Requirements:

• 2–3 years of experience in estate planning, trust and estate administration, or tax law

• Strong interest in developing a long-term practice in Maine

• Ability to work collaboratively with a small, highly focused legal team

• Excellent judgment and attention to detail

• Commitment to delivering high-quality client service

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

• LLM in Taxation (preferred but not required)

Certifications:

• Admission to the Maine Bar preferred

• Candidates licensed in another jurisdiction may be considered, with support for admission to the Maine Bar provided

Skills:

• Superior legal writing and research skills

• Solid understanding of estate and gift tax principles

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

• Professional demeanor with excellent interpersonal skills

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a detail-oriented environment

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation (commensurate with experience)

• Opportunity to join a highly regarded, growth-focused law firm

• Long-term succession planning opportunities for the right candidate

• Collegial work environment with direct client engagement

• Relocation and bar admission support for qualified out-of-state candidates

This specialty law firm provides estate planning and related legal services to clients throughout Maine. Its major practice areas include estate planning, estate and trust administration, probate proceedings and alternative resolutions, adoption, family holding entities and real estate, and premarital and postnuptial agreements. The firm has been ranked as a Band 1 leading law firm by Chambers and Partners. Its office is located in Portland, Maine.