Trust & Estate Planning Associate Attorney

1 week ago


charlotte, United States OpusLex Partners Full time

ABOUT OUR CLIENT


Our client is a distinguished transatlantic Am Law 100 firm with a rich history dating back to 1876. Originally founded as a North Carolina practice, the firm has grown into one of the largest business law firms, with 24 offices across the United States and 8 in the United Kingdom.


As a full-service firm, they offer a global perspective across 11 sectors, including energy, healthcare, manufacturing, real estate, and retail. The firm’s attorneys have held significant government positions and leadership roles in various boards and agencies.


ABOUT THE ROLE


Our client seeks a highly qualified Trusts & Estates Associate Attorney to join their nationally and internationally-recognized Private Wealth team within the Corporate & Securities Practice Group. The position is primarily based in North Carolina, with a strong preference for the Charlotte office. They are also open to reviewing candidates in South Carolina.


The Trusts & Estates Associate will engage in a sophisticated practice, serving ultra-high net worth clients. Responsibilities include:

  • Drafting estate planning documents and probate forms, including accountings required by the probate court.
  • Handling estate administration tasks.
  • Drafting irrevocable trusts, investment partnerships (LLCs), and advanced transfer strategies.
  • Supporting a practice that values precision and strategic planning.


The successful attorney must possess

  • 3-6 years of experience in estate planning and/or estate administration.
  • Experience in drafting relevant legal documents and forms.
  • A willingness to learn and expand knowledge in related areas of law.
  • Licensure in North Carolina and/or South Carolina (LLM in Tax preferred).


WHY APPLY


  • Top of the Pay Scale: Competitive salary and a generous bonus structure - $215,000 to $270,000 DOE
  • Professional Growth: Clear path to partnership with excellent mentorship from some of the most respected Private Wealth attorneys in the country
  • Inclusive Culture: Work with a firm committed to attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce of highly talented professionals
  • Sophisticated Practice: Opportunity to learn more about Trusts & Estates work in a hybrid work environment


If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply today for immediate and confidential consideration.


ABOUT OPUSLEX PARTNERS


OpusLex Partners is a woman-owned, full-service legal staffing and recruiting firm based in Atlanta, Georgia. We specialize in placing attorneys and other legal professionals on a direct-hire, contract-to-hire, and project basis with law firms and corporate legal departments nationwide.


At OpusLex, our mission is to help legal professionals build their best bodies of work. Whether you're hiring for your firm or seeking your next role, we emphasize quality over quantity, ensuring that you experience the difference in our philosophy.



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