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Needham, MAJob$100–160K/yrSeen 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago

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Compensation
$100–160K/yr
Location
Needham, MA
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Massachusetts Bar AdmissionDoctorate

Job overview

The Attorney will support clients with estate planning and trust and estate administration, developing legal strategies tailored to personal and financial objectives. The role involves preparing planning documents, guiding fiduciaries and beneficiaries, advising on transfer taxes, and overseeing estate and trust settlements. The Attorney works directly with clients and collaborates with other legal professionals. The position is in office Monday through Friday in Needham, Massachusetts.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Estate PlanningEstate AdministrationTrust AdministrationElder LawLegal DraftingLegal ResearchMassachusetts Estate Planning LawMassachusetts Probate LawWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationMatter ManagementAttention to DetailInterpersonal SkillsClient ServiceCollaboration

Qualifications

J.D. From Accredited Law SchoolMassachusetts Bar Admission1+ Years Relevant ExperienceEstate Planning Document PreparationEstate and Trust Administration Experience

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k) Match

Full job description

Description

Our client, a prominent law firm, is seeking an Attorney to support clients with estate planning and trust and estate administration matters. This role works closely with individuals, families, fiduciaries, and business owners to create thoughtful legal strategies tailored to complex personal and financial objectives. The position offers the chance to build lasting client relationships while partnering with a collaborative legal team on sophisticated planning and administration work.

Location: Needham, MA

Salary: $100,000 - $160,000 (depending on experience) + great benefits

Schedule: In Office M-F

Responsibilities:

  • Advise clients on estate planning strategies designed to preserve wealth, address family goals, and support long-term asset transfer objectives.

  • Prepare and refine a range of estate planning documents, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and related instruments aligned with client needs.

  • Guide fiduciaries and beneficiaries through trust and estate administration matters, ensuring legal obligations are handled accurately and efficiently.

  • Counsel individuals and business owners on transfer tax considerations and planning approaches that reflect their financial circumstances.

  • Oversee the settlement process for estates and trusts, including reviewing assets, coordinating distributions, and resolving administration issues.

  • Work directly with clients to assess personal, family, and business priorities and translate them into practical legal solutions.

  • Collaborate with attorneys and other professionals across the firm to deliver well-rounded advice on complex planning and administration matters.

Requirements

Requirements:

  • J.D. from an accredited law school.

  • Admission to the Massachusetts Bar in good standing.

  • 1 or more years of relevant experience in estate planning, estate administration, trusts, elder law, etc.

  • Strong drafting and legal research skills.

  • Experience preparing estate planning documents and/or handling estate and trust administration matters.

  • Strong understanding of Massachusetts estate planning and probate laws.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

  • Ability to manage multiple matters independently while maintaining a high level of attention to detail.

  • Strong interpersonal skills and a client-service-oriented approach.

  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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