Trust and Estates Associate Attorney

Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1300 attorneys in 43 offices throughout the United States. Founded in 1978, we rank among the top 100 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 36 in the National Law Journal’s survey of the nation’s largest law firms. We’re also Mansfield Certified Plus.

If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role and be valued and empowered, we invite you to apply to our Trust and Estates Associate Attorney position in our Madison, NJ office. Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing teamwork, collaboration, client service, and innovation.

This position offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement.

The Position

Dynamic tax practice with significant growth potential, offering excellent opportunities for client expansion and professional advancement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Relate to clients.

• Implement matters with minimum supervision.

• Research and prepare memoranda on complicated tax matters.

• Ability to advocate tax positions orally and in writing.

• Develop and implement estate planning techniques.

Qualifications

• JD from a law school; LL.M. in Taxation or candidate for LL.M. in Taxation preferred.

• Must be admitted to practice in New Jersey; Admission to practice in New York and/or Florida is a plus.

• 5+ years of experience in estate planning and estate administration including drafting sophisticated estate planning documents.

• Experience in the following is helpful but not essential: preparation of gift and estate tax returns; federal and state tax issues as it relates to the taxation of trusts; corporate and partnership tax issues with respect to mergers and acquisitions.

• Excellent research, writing and communications skills

A variety of factors are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, education, licensure and/or certifications, geographic location, market demands, other business and organizational needs, and other factors permitted by law. This position is also eligible for discretionary bonuses. Final salary wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances. This position is considered full-time and therefore qualifies for benefits including 401(k) retirement savings plan, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

Salary Range:
$170,000—$200,000 USD

Why Should You Apply?

• Flexibility: Hybrid work arrangements to support work-life blend

• Benefits: Outstanding benefits package, including 401k match and generous PTO plan

• Career Growth: Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement

• Employee Perks: Access to corporate discount plans and other benefits

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