Trust and Estates Associate

Job Title: Trust and Estates Attorney

Location: Richmond, Virginia

Firm: Award-Winning Law Firm

About Us

We have partnered with an award-winning law firm recognized for delivering exceptional legal services to high-net-worth individuals and families. Our firm is renowned for its deep expertise in trust and estate planning, wealth preservation, and asset protection. With a long-standing reputation for excellence, we take pride in fostering a collaborative and dynamic work environment, offering attorneys opportunities for professional growth and development.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Trust and Estates Attorney to join our team in Richmond, Virginia. The ideal candidate will have a passion for estate planning, trust administration, and providing sophisticated legal counsel to affluent clients. This role offers an opportunity to work on complex estate matters, including those involving high-net-worth clients, family businesses, and generational wealth planning.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and guidance on estate planning, trust administration, and probate matters
• Draft and review wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and other estate planning documents
• Advise high-net-worth clients on tax-efficient wealth transfer strategies, including gifting and charitable planning
• Handle complex estate administration, including contested matters and trust modifications
• Collaborate with financial advisors, accountants, and other professionals to provide comprehensive wealth management services
• Stay informed on changes in tax laws, trust regulations, and estate planning trends
  
  

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
• Admission to the Virginia State Bar (in good standing)
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in trust and estates law, with a focus on high-net-worth clients
• Strong understanding of tax law as it relates to estate planning
• Experience in drafting complex estate planning documents
• Excellent communication and client management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• A commitment to providing outstanding client service
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• LL.M. in Taxation or Estate Planning
• Experience working with family offices or ultra-high-net-worth clients
• Certifications such as Certified Trust and Financial Advisor (CTFA) or Accredited Estate Planner (AEP) are a plus
  
  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.