A midsized full-service firm in Seattle, WA is seeking an attorney to join their Estate Planning and Trusts group. The firm supports clients with a range of services including both simple and complex/high-net-worth estate planning, trusts, and tax matters.
The salary range is 130-180k DOE with additional bonus earnings. Benefits include medical, dental and vision coverage with monthly premiums paid fully by the firm for employees, dependents may be added at a cost, 401k with 3% contribution and additional safe harbor contribution, unlimited PTO, paid Orca Card, paid CLEs and bar dues, HSAs, FSAs and other perks. Hybrid work-from-home flexibility is offered. Regular in-office presence is required to service clients.
Their standard full-time annual billable requirement is set at 1700. They offer reduced billable options for those seeking a different arrangement.
Responsibilities:
- Advise clients on estate planning strategies tailored to personal, family, and financial goals.
- Draft and review wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and other documents used in wealth transfer and incapacity planning.
- Counsel individuals and families on basic and advanced trust and estate matters, including planning for high-net-worth situations.
- Analyze tax implications connected to estate plans and recommend practical approaches that align with current laws and client objectives.
- Work closely with clients to explain legal options in a clear, thoughtful, and compassionate manner throughout the planning process.
- Collaborate with colleagues across the firm when matters involve overlapping legal, financial, or business considerations.
- Manage active matters efficiently while meeting billing expectations and maintaining high standards of client service.
- Active license to practice law in Washington and current good standing with the state bar.
- Juris Doctor from an accredited law school with a strong academic record.
- Prior experience handling estate planning, trust administration, or closely related legal matters.
- Ability to communicate complex legal issues with clarity, empathy, and professionalism.
- Strong drafting, analytical, and client counseling skills.
- LL.M. in Taxation is valued but not required.
