Trusts & Estates / Special Needs Planning Associate Attorney (2 Yrs Exp) Position Available In South Central Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut

Job Description:

Growing AmLaw 200 Firm – Flexible Hybrid Schedule This Jobot Jobis hosted by: Scott Rundlett Are you a fit? Easy Apply now byclicking the “Apply Now” button and sending us your resume.

Salary:

$150,000 – $250,000 per year A bit about us: We are a collaborativeand innovative AmLaw 200 law firm, serving clients nationally andinternationally. With a team over 400 attorneys spread acrossmultiple offices, we specialize in Corporate, Litigation, andTrusts and Estates matters. Our diverse clientele ranges fromindividuals to Fortune 500 companies, and we pride ourselves ondelivering solutions across various industries, including energy,financial services, healthcare, insurance, intellectual property,real estate, and more. Our multidisciplinary approach ensures weprovide seamless, comprehensive guidance through the evolving legallandscape. Why join us? We offer a supportive, inclusiveenvironment that values diversity of thought, experience, andbackground. Joining our team means working on sophisticated legalmatters alongside accomplished leaders, with abundant opportunitiesfor hands-on learning, mentoring, and professional growth. Weprovide robust training programs, including internal seminars,practice group presentations, and access to external education,ensuring continuous development. Flexibility is a priority, withhybrid work options that balance in-office collaboration withremote work. Our comprehensive benefits package includescompetitive salaries, performance-based bonuses, 401(k) savingsplans, medical and dental insurance, life insurance, short- andlong-term disability benefits, parental leave, adoption benefits,and generous vacation time. Our commitment to feedback and guidanceensures you receive the tools and support needed to excel in yourlegal career. Job Details We’re looking for an associate with aminimum of two years of trusts and estates experience to join ourhighly respected Private Client team. This position can be locatedin any of our Connecticut offices for a candidate who bring theright mix of experience and enthusiasm. This role is especiallywell-suited for someone with a solid foundation in estate planningand administration who also has a strong interest in special needsplanning and is eager to grow that aspect of their practice.

KeyResponsibilities:

Provide counsel on trust and estate planning andadministration, including document drafting and fiduciary guidance.

Support planning for clients with special needs, including specialneeds trusts and related issues (prior experience is a plus, butnot required). Advise on personal planning matters such as lifetimegiving, retirement asset strategies, charitable planning, andfamily wealth transfer. Address tax-related elements of estateplans, including state and federal estate and income tax matters.

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on matters involvingclosely held businesses, fiduciary litigation, and tax-exemptorganizations.

What We’re Looking For:

At least 2 years of trustsand estates planning and administration experience. A stronginterest in developing a practice that includes special needsplanning. Excellent writing, speaking, and interpersonal skills.

Strong technical capabilities and attention to detail. Ateam-focused professional who thrives in a collaborativeenvironment. Creative, proactive problem solver with a commitmentto client service. Admission to the Connecticut Bar in goodstanding (required). Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now byclicking the “Apply Now” button. Jobot is an Equal OpportunityEmployer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebratesdiversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration foremployment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex,national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteranstatus, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or anyother characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with yourauthorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates withcriminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicablefederal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds,including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiativefor Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.