Private Client International Estate Planning Associate / Senior Associate

Job Overview:

A prestigious law firm with a nationally recognized Private Client and Trusts & Estates group is seeking an experienced Associate or Senior Associate to join its International Estate Planning team. This role involves sophisticated planning for high-net-worth individuals, multinational families, and cross-border wealth structures. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in international tax law, foreign trusts, and pre-immigration and expatriation planning. The position offers flexibility in location, a hybrid remote schedule, and strong career development prospects within an elite legal team.

Location:

• Stamford, CT

Duties:

• Provide legal counsel on international estate and tax planning for U.S. and non-U.S. clients

• Structure cross-border wealth transfer and asset protection strategies

• Advise on pre-immigration and expatriation planning

• Guide non-U.S. clients through U.S. real estate acquisitions and related compliance

• Address reporting requirements involving foreign trusts, accounts, and business entities

• Collaborate with attorneys in tax, corporate, and transactional practices

• Serve as a legal resource for multinational families managing assets across jurisdictions

Requirements:

• Minimum 4 years of experience in international estate planning for high-net-worth individuals

• Proven experience in multi-jurisdictional tax and trust matters

• Strong client service orientation and professional presence

• Excellent written and verbal advocacy skills

• Ability to work independently and within a collaborative team

• Admitted to practice and in good standing in the applicable U.S. jurisdiction

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Active law license in good standing in relevant jurisdiction

• Additional certifications in tax law or estate planning (preferred, not required)

Skills:

• Expertise in cross-border estate and tax planning

• Familiarity with foreign trusts and related U.S. reporting requirements

• Experience with pre-immigration and expatriation planning strategies

• In-depth understanding of compliance for foreign accounts and structures

• Strategic thinker with strong legal research and drafting capabilities

• Detail-oriented with the ability to handle complex client needs

Benefits:

• Hybrid remote/in-office flexibility

• Part-time opportunities considered

• Mentorship and structured professional development

• Clear track toward partnership for interested candidates

• Work with nationally recognized attorneys in a collaborative environment

This law firm is present in Boston, Connecticut, New Jersey, New York and Washington, DC. Their practice areas include commercial litigation, individual clients, energy and utility law, intellectual property, labor and employment, corporate and business law and real estate, environment and land use. With around 300 attorneys, this 100-year old firm has gained a superior and a high value reputation over the years and is well-positioned to provide help for regional, national and international clients.