Job Description

TRUSTS & ESTATES ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY – MIDLEVEL

Location: Seattle, WA
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A leading AmLaw 100 firm is seeking a talented Mid-Level Associate Attorney to join its distinguished Trusts & Estates Practice Group in Seattle . This is a unique opportunity to work closely with a high-caliber team advising ultra-high-net-worth individuals, families, and closely held businesses on sophisticated estate, tax, and succession planning strategies.

Candidate Profile

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record .

• Active Bar Admission in Washington or eligibility to waive in.

• 2–4 years of substantive experience in trusts and estates law .

• Experience in estate planning for high-net-worth individuals , trust and estate administration , and preparation of federal estate tax returns .

• Exposure to business succession planning , charitable giving , and implementation of complex tax strategies .

• Tax Background: An LL.M. in Taxation is strongly preferred , but not required.

• Prior experience at a boutique trusts & estates firm or within a dedicated practice group at a larger law firm .

• Soft Skills: Excellent writing and analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate complex strategies to clients with clarity and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities

• Estate Planning : Advise clients on sophisticated estate planning strategies, including wealth transfer, gift planning, and family governance.

• Administration : Manage trust and estate administration, including preparation of estate tax returns and probate filings.

• Strategic Tax Planning : Implement advanced tax planning techniques for high-net-worth families and closely held business owners.

• Succession Planning : Work on multi-generational wealth planning and business succession strategies.

• Client Communication : Interact directly with clients, financial advisors, and fiduciaries to deliver thoughtful, tailored legal counsel.

• Collaboration : Work closely with partners and colleagues across related practice groups to offer seamless client service.

Why Join Us?

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a thriving Trusts & Estates practice with a client base deeply rooted in the Pacific Northwest’s dynamic economy. The firm offers a strong track record of associate mentorship, clear partnership potential, and a collaborative team atmosphere. Whether you are currently in Seattle or exploring relocation, this role offers a meaningful career path in a city with a strong, growing market for sophisticated private client services .

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: Includes an annual base salary range of $225,000 – $290,000 , depending on experience and market factors, as well as p erformance-based bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; HSA and FSA options; 401(k); paid vacation and sick leave; 10 paid holidays; parental leave; commuter/transit benefits; and access to additional voluntary benefit programs including pet insurance and long-term care coverage.
• Wellness & Support: Employee assistance programs and resources supporting mental health, professional development, and work-life balance.

Application Requirements

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter , resume , law school transcript , and a brief writing sample for consideration.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer .

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