Trusts & Estates Associate Attorney
Position Overview
A premier, super-regional powerhouse law firm is seeking an experienced Trusts & Estates Associate Attorney to join its highly regarded practice group in Cleveland. This firm is widely recognized for its sophisticated legal solutions, best-in-class client service, and consistent top-tier accolades from Chambers and Partners.
The Ideal Candidate
- 3+ years of dedicated experience in estate planning, wealth preservation, and tax law.
- Must possess an active Ohio law license (or be eligible for immediate admission).
- Proven experience with federal transfer tax and related income tax matters, including estate, gift, and generation-skipping transfer (GST) tax.
- Hands-on experience drafting and implementing core planning documents, including revocable/irrevocable trusts, wills, and powers of attorney.
- Proficient with advanced estate and tax planning strategies, such as defective grantor trusts, GRATs, installment sales to grantor trusts, and CRTs.
- Experience drafting premarital and marital agreements within the framework of wealth preservation.
- Superior written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to distill complex tax and legal concepts into clear, actionable advice for clients.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
- The firm is a recognized leader in the legal industry, combining a collaborative midwestern culture with the resources of a major national footprint.
- Enjoy a structured, modern hybrid work schedule that balances remote flexibility with valuable in-office collaboration.
- You will not be lost in a massive hierarchy; the firm is actively dedicated to your professional trajectory through customized training and clear paths for advancement.
Compensation
$165,000 - $200,000 (Base salary, commensurate with experience) + Benefits
Contact
All inquiries and applications will be held in the strictest confidence. Please reach out to: Nykki McAdoo | gpac
Email: nykki.mcadoo@gogpac.com
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.