Washington, DC | Hybrid

Tax & Trusts & Estates Associate Attorney

AmLaw 200 Opportunity

Compensation

$235,000 – $365,000+

A nationally respected law firm is seeking a Tax & Trusts & Estates Associate Attorney to join its Washington, DC office.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in advising high-net-worth individuals, families, business owners, fiduciaries, family offices, and closely held businesses on sophisticated estate planning, wealth transfer, trust administration, and tax matters.

Ideal Background

• 3–6 years of trusts & estates and tax experience gained at a sophisticated law firm

• Experience advising high-net-worth individuals, families, family offices, business owners, fiduciaries, and charitable organizations

• Experience drafting sophisticated wills, revocable and irrevocable trusts, dynasty trusts, GRATs, SLATs, ILITs, charitable trusts, and other advanced estate planning vehicles

• Experience advising clients on estate, gift, generation-skipping transfer (GST), and income tax planning

• Experience assisting with estate and trust administration, probate matters, fiduciary representation, and post-death planning

• Experience advising owners of closely held businesses on succession planning, ownership transitions, and tax-efficient wealth transfer strategies

• Experience preparing or reviewing estate planning documents, fiduciary agreements, and tax-related filings

• Strong drafting, analytical, organizational, and client counseling skills

• Ability to independently manage sophisticated client matters while maintaining significant client interaction

• LL.M. in Taxation is a plus, but not required

• Excellent academic credentials

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required

• DC bar admission required or ability to become admitted

Why This Opportunity

✅ Nationally respected Tax & Trusts & Estates practice

✅ Sophisticated wealth preservation and succession planning matters

✅ Significant client interaction and responsibility

✅ Opportunity to advise high-net-worth individuals, families, family offices, and closely held businesses

✅ Strong mentorship and professional development

✅ Collaborative AmLaw 200 environment

Interested?

Aligned Talent Acquisition is currently working with firms seeking talented attorneys with this type of background.

Even if you're not actively looking or aren't sure this opportunity is the right fit, let's connect for a confidential conversation. Many attorneys find it helpful to understand what opportunities are available and how the current market compares before they begin considering a move.

I'm happy to provide additional information regarding compensation, billable expectations, partnership track, and how this opportunity compares to others currently on the market.

Confidential inquiries are always welcome.

Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition

[email protected]
(216) 710-5174