Associate Attorney - Estate Planning & Estate Administration

About The Opportunity

Our client, a well-established law firm in Easton, Maryland, is seeking a full-time Associate Attorney to join its growing Estate Planning & Estate Administration practice. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney interested in building a long-term career in wealth preservation, succession planning, probate avoidance, and estate administration. Prior experience in estate planning is welcomed but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with estate planning matters, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and advance directives.
• Prepare and review estate planning documents tailored to clients' needs.
• Handle estate administration matters, including probate filings and asset transfers.
• Assist with estate and trust administration from inception through completion.
• Support attorneys with wealth preservation and succession planning strategies.
• Prepare estate tax-related documents and filings as needed.
• Conduct legal research and draft legal memoranda, pleadings, and correspondence.
• Maintain regular communication with clients regarding the status of their matters.
• Collaborate with attorneys and staff to ensure efficient case management.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in the State of Maryland.
• Interest in Estate Planning, Estate Administration, Probate, or Trust & Estates.
• Strong legal research, analytical, and drafting skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to providing exceptional client service and maintaining high ethical standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience or coursework in Estate Planning, Probate, Trusts & Estates, or Elder Law is a plus but not required.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.