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Job Title: Private Client Trusts and Estates Associate
đź“Ť Location: Boston, MA (Relocation required if not local)
đź’° Salary Range: $150,000-$250,000 (Depending on experience)
About the Opportunity
We are seeking an Associate with 2-4 years of trusts and estates experience to join their nationally recognized practice. This position will be based in Boston, offering an opportunity to work with one of the largest and most sophisticated private client teams in the country. The department advises high net worth individuals, families, fiduciaries, and tax-exempt entities on estate, gift, and charitable planning, closely held businesses, trust and estate administration, and fiduciary litigation.
Highlighted Responsibilities
- Develop and implement high net worth trust and estate planning strategies, including succession planning and lifetime giving.
- Advise clients on estate and income taxation, charitable giving, and tax-efficient family wealth transfer strategies.
- Administer estates and trusts, ensuring compliance with relevant state and federal tax laws.
- Collaborate with corporate, employment, real estate, trial, and environmental lawyers to address clients’ integrated personal and business needs.
Qualifications Needed
- 2-4 years of demonstrated experience in trust and estate planning and administration.
- Strong knowledge of state and federal tax laws related to trusts and estates.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a focus on client service and advocacy.
- Massachusetts bar admission in good standing and a team-oriented, collaborative mindset.
Salary : $150,000 - $250,000
