Attorney/Lawyer

We are looking for an experienced trusts and estates attorney to join a collaborative private client practice in Dedham, Massachusetts. This role focuses on guiding individuals and families through estate planning and estate administration matters with a high level of care, responsiveness, and practical judgment. The position offers the opportunity to work alongside attorneys across related disciplines to deliver coordinated legal strategies tailored to each client’s goals.

Responsibilities:

• Advise clients on estate planning strategies designed to preserve assets, address family objectives, and align with long-term financial goals.
• Prepare, review, and refine key estate planning instruments, including wills, trusts, and related supporting documents.
• Lead client meetings to evaluate personal and financial circumstances and recommend thoughtful planning approaches for varying levels of complexity.
• Oversee probate and estate administration matters from initial review through closing, ensuring timely and accurate handling of required steps.
• Collaborate with colleagues in complementary practice areas such as litigation, real estate, corporate law, and family law when matters require cross-functional legal insight.
• Deliver clear, practical counsel that helps clients understand their options and make informed decisions with confidence.
• Maintain strong ongoing client relationships by providing accessible service, attentive communication, and dependable legal guidance.
• Juris Doctor and active license to practice law in the applicable jurisdiction.
• 3 to 7 years of experience handling trusts and estates matters in a law firm setting.
• Demonstrated background in drafting estate planning documents, including wills and revocable trusts.
• Hands-on experience managing probate and estate administration files.
• Strong understanding of estate law and the ability to develop sophisticated planning recommendations.
• Excellent client counseling, communication, and relationship management skills.
• Ability to work effectively with attorneys across multiple practice areas in a team-oriented environment.