Trust and Estates Associate Attorney
About The Position
Reid and Riege, P.C., a mid-sized Connecticut law firm with offices in Hartford and New Haven and a well-established trusts and estates practice, seeks a self-motivated associate attorney. The role involves drafting wills and trust agreements, settling estates, administering trusts, and researching related tax and legal issues. The successful candidate will have exceptional writing ability, appropriate initiative in making decisions, and the ability to work independently within time-sensitive deadlines. Strong organizational and communication skills, an aggressive work ethic, and excellent judgment are also important. The firm offers significant career advancement opportunities in a fast-paced but professional environment, with professional development, mentorship, and opportunities for attorneys to build and expand their practices. Compensation is commensurate with experience. The position is in person at the firm’s New Haven and/or Hartford offices, with a Monday-to-Friday schedule.
Requirements
- One to five years of experience drafting wills and trust agreements, settling estates, administering trusts, and researching related tax and legal issues.
- Connecticut Bar admission in good standing, or ability to become admitted promptly.
- Exceptional writing ability and strong legal research, writing, drafting, and analytical skills.
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated initiative, sound judgment, attention to detail, and an aggressive work ethic.
- Ability to work independently and manage time-sensitive deadlines while working effectively as part of a collaborative team.
- Current Trust & Estates experience of at least one year is required.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in estate planning, trust and estate administration, tax, or a related practice area is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Draft wills and trust agreements.
- Settle estates.
- Administer trusts.
- Research related tax and other legal issues.
- Manage responsibilities independently while working effectively as part of a collaborative team.
- Communicate professionally and effectively with clients, attorneys, fiduciaries, and other professionals.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Firm-paid life insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Sick time
- Bereavement leave
- Parental leave
- 401(k) plan with employer contributions
- Traditional and Roth 401(k) options
- Professional development and mentorship
- Career advancement opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
