Trust & Estate Planning Associate Attorney

Job overview

The Trust & Estate Planning Associate Attorney role is onsite in Plainville, MA. Compensation is $60,000–$75,000 plus bonuses, as stated in the job description. The Legacy Planners P.C. provides estate planning, probate administration, and business legal services to individuals, families, fiduciaries, and closely held businesses. The attorney works with clients to develop and implement estate plans tailored to family, financial, and tax circumstances. The role also supports probate and trust administration and elder-law matters, helping clients make informed decisions about asset transfer and protection.

What you'll do

• Meet with clients to identify estate planning goals and needs
• design, draft, review, and revise estate planning documents
• advise on probate avoidance, fiduciary selection, beneficiary designations, and incapacity planning
• assist with estate administration, probate filings, Medicaid applications, and appeals when needed
• communicate with clients and other professionals
• maintain organized files and time records
• support firm systems and workflows
• participate in business development and community outreach as appropriate.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

associate attorney

plainville ma

the legacy planners

trust planning

estate planning

probate administration

elder law

medicaid applications

massachusetts bar

$60k–$75k plus bonuses

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Training on firm processes, CRM, and drafting software
• path to partnership and possible firm ownership.

Why this role

Massachusetts bar admission in good standing and a Juris Doctor are required. Previous legal experience is not required; training on firm processes, CRM, and drafting software is provided. Path to partnership is described, with possible firm ownership after approximately 10 years.

About the employer

The Legacy Planners P.C. is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Lawyers. Sector: 54.