Estate Planning And Probate Associate Attorney

Company name

BCG Attorney Search

Experience

1-3 yrs required

Location

Bellevue, WA, United States

Posted on

Jul 08, 2025

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Job Title : Job Overview :

A respected law firm based in Bellevue, WA, is currently seeking a highly motivated Associate Attorney to contribute to its expanding Trusts and Estates practice. This position offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated estate planning matters and complex probate and trust administration cases, serving clients throughout the Pacific Northwest. The ideal candidate will be experienced, detail-oriented, and comfortable working collaboratively across offices.

Duties :

• Draft and review estate planning documents, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and related instruments
• Oversee probate and trust administration processes, including estate pleadings, asset and liability identification, and notices to heirs, creditors, and relevant agencies
• Advise clients on lifetime gifting strategies and estate planning approaches
• Provide analysis on federal and state tax implications of estate plans
• Model and present the financial and practical impacts of proposed estate strategies
• Prepare and review federal and state estate tax and gift tax returns
• Draft advanced trust instruments such as GRATs, SLATs, QPRTs, CLAT / CLUTs, and GST-exempt trusts
• Conduct in-depth legal research and produce well-reasoned memos and correspondence
• Maintain clear and professional communication with clients and internal stakeholders

Requirements :

Education :

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Certifications :

LL.M. in Taxation preferred

Skills :

Job Location : Bellevue, WA

Occasional presence required in the Seattle office

Benefits :

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