Estate and Trust Practice Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Estate and Trust Practice Attorney to join their team in Vancouver, WA. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in wealth transfer strategies, trust and probate administration, and charitable organization advice. This role requires a minimum of five years of legal experience and a commitment to client service excellence.

Duties

• Draft wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and community-property agreements.
• Manage trust and probate administration and controversies.
• Provide advice to charitable organizations.
• Support business transition and succession planning with tax expertise.

Requirements

• Minimum of five years of legal experience in relevant areas.
• Admission to the Washington State Bar.
• Knowledge of Washington community property law.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a focus on growth and client service.
• Experience in at least one of the firm's key industries preferred.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Washington State Bar admission.

Skills

• Strong client service and communication skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain a client portfolio.

Benefits

• Productivity and discretionary merit bonuses.
• Flexible work arrangements with in-office requirements on select days.

Representing a wide range of businesses, with offices in California, Oregon, Washington, Alaska, and California, this is one of the largest firms, specializing in bankruptcy, business and corporate, employment, environment, intellectual property, Native American law, real estate, privacy and data security, tax and estate planning, dispute resolution, and litigation. The firm has an environment where everybody is enthusiastic and team-oriented. Committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, the firm recruits, retains, and promotes diverse talents in the firm and the communities. Believing in giving back, the attorneys provide substantial legal assistance to help more than 100 pro bono clients per year and support a low-income housing legal clinic in Seattle. The firm offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits including medical, dental, life, 401(k) or profit-sharing retirement, tuition reimbursement, and paid time off.