Trusts & Estates Attorney

Trusts & Estates Attorney Orion Placement - 5.0 South Bend, IN Job Details Full-time $100,000 - $125,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Customer communication Law Legal writing Mid-level Trust administration Doctor of Law (JD) Bar Estate planning Communication skills Tax experience Legal client consultation experience Full Job Description Why This Is a Great Opportunity Join a respected regional law firm with a strong reputation and long-term growth focus Build a meaningful trusts and estates practice helping clients protect families, assets, and legacies Work in a collaborative environment with experienced attorneys and strong support staff Handle sophisticated estate planning, probate, trust administration, and wealth transfer matters Enjoy a stable South Bend-based opportunity with hybrid flexibility after training Competitive base salary plus performance-based bonus opportunity

Location:

This position is based in South Bend, Indiana. Attorneys should expect to be in the office the majority of the time initially, with hybrid flexibility available once trained.

Note:

Candidates should have a J.D., be licensed to practice law in Indiana or able to become licensed promptly, and have relevant estate planning, probate, trust administration, tax, or closely related legal experience. About Us We are an established regional law firm with a collaborative attorney team serving individuals, families, businesses, and organizations across multiple practice areas. We are known for practical guidance, responsive client service, and a personal approach to sophisticated legal matters. Confidential Employer. Job Description Counsel clients on estate planning, probate, trust administration, and wealth transfer matters Draft wills, trusts, powers of attorney, health care directives, and related estate planning documents Assist clients and families through probate and estate administration Advise on trust administration, fiduciary responsibilities, and beneficiary matters Work directly with clients to understand their goals and provide clear, practical guidance Collaborate with attorneys and staff across related practice areas when client needs overlap Help grow and strengthen the firm's trusts and estates practice Qualifications J.D. from an accredited law school Indiana law license preferred, or ability to become licensed promptly 3+ years of relevant legal experience preferred Estate planning, probate, trust administration, or tax-related experience preferred Strong drafting, analytical, and client communication skills Ability to manage matters independently while working collaboratively with a team Portable business is welcome, but not required Why You Will Love Working Here Meaningful work helping clients plan for important life and family decisions Collaborative culture with experienced attorneys and strong support staff Opportunity to grow a long-term practice in a stable firm environment Hybrid flexibility available after training Professional development and client-facing growth potential South Bend offers affordable living, strong quality of life, and access to Notre Dame, Lake Michigan, and Chicago

JPC-1051

Pay:

$100,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Application Question(s): Please briefly explain how your experience aligns with this role (optional) This hybrid role (100% on site to start) at the South Bend, IN office. Confirm you are okay with this: Y/N. In what city/state do you currently reside? What base salary range would you need to make a move? Pls keep it aligned with your directly relevant experience, as candidates seeking compensation above their experience level may not be considered.

Experience:

trusts & estates law: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

IN bar license (Required)

Work Location:

In person