Estate Planning and Settlement Associate Attorney

Overview

A law firm with a 75+ year trust and estates practice is seeking a self-motivated attorney experienced in drafting estate plan documents, designing estate plans, counseling fiduciaries in estate settlement and trust administration, and researching related tax and legal issues. This role offers opportunities for career advancement in areas such as estate and tax planning for high-net-worth individuals, fiduciary litigation, complex estate settlement, and business succession planning.

The position is based primarily in person, with office locations in downtown Hartford or downtown New Haven, or a hybrid arrangement between both offices. Limited hybrid work options may be considered individually.

Responsibilities

• Draft estate planning documents and design estate plans
• Counsel fiduciaries in the settlement of estates and administration of trusts
• Research tax and other legal issues related to estate and trust matters
• Collaborate with attorneys, support staff, and fiduciary managers
• Exercise appropriate initiative and judgment in decision-making

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Admission to the Connecticut Bar in good standing or ability to gain admission promptly
• Exceptional writing and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
• Experience level: early career (1+ years) to significant experience (5+ years) in estate planning and related areas

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance, disability insurance, and employee assistance program (EAP) coverage
• Paid time off including PTO, holidays, sick time, bereavement, and parental leave
• 401(k) plan with employer contributions, including Traditional and Roth options

Location

• Downtown Hartford office, downtown New Haven office, or a hybrid of both locations with predominantly in-person work