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Overview

A well-established, collaborative law firm is seeking a Trusts & Estates Associate Attorney for a hybrid role based in Madison, New Jersey. This is an opportunity to handle sophisticated trust and estate matters within a supportive, growth-oriented practice.

What you'll do

• Advise clients on sophisticated trust and estate planning matters
• Draft advanced estate planning documents tailored to client goals
• Handle estate administration matters from start to finish
• Research and analyze complex tax and estate planning issues
• Prepare memoranda on sophisticated tax matters
• Advocate tax positions clearly in writing and orally
• Work directly with clients and build trusted relationships
• Help develop and implement effective estate planning strategies
• Manage matters with a high degree of independence and sound judgment
• Collaborate with colleagues on complex trust, estate, and tax-related matters

What you'll need

• JD required
• Active New Jersey bar admission required
• New York and/or Florida admission is a plus
• 3+ years of experience in estate planning and estate administration
• Strong experience drafting sophisticated estate planning documents
• LL.M. in Taxation, Master's in Taxation, or progress toward an LL.M. in Taxation preferred
• Experience with gift and estate tax returns is helpful
• Exposure to trust taxation, federal and state tax issues, and related corporate or partnership tax matters is a plus
• Excellent research, writing, and communication skills

Compensation and benefits

• $150,000.00 - $180,000.00 per year
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Why this role

This role offers strong mentorship, meaningful client interaction, real opportunity for professional advancement, and a flexible hybrid schedule with the support and resources of a well-established platform.