Job Description

Trusts & Estates Attorney

$115,000 - $150,000

Keene, NH

Partnership Path | 1,600 Billable Hours | Up to $140K+

Jobot Pro: Jennifer Whitworth

A well-established, full-service law firm with offices across New Hampshire and Maine. The firm offers a collaborative environment, direct client interaction, and the opportunity to build and grow a practice within a respected regional platform.

Position: Trusts & Estates Attorney

Salary: $115k - $140k/year + Bonus, with potential flexibility on salary depending on experience

Location: Dover, Keene, or Lebanon, NH

Schedule: Primarily onsite, with potential hybrid flexibility depending on the candidate and supervising partner

Why join us?

• 1,800 total annual recorded hours, including 1,600 billable hours
• Year-end bonus based on individual and overall firm performance
• Partnership path available
• 401(k) with employer match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• HRA deductible reimbursement or opt-out cash benefit
• Flexible spending and dependent care accounts
• Pet insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Group life insurance
• Accident and critical illness insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Employee assistance program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Firm-paid bar dues, required CLE costs, and professional malpractice insurance
• Opportunity to build and grow your practice with an established regional firm

Job Details

We are seeking an experienced Trusts & Estates Attorney to join a growing practice in Dover, Keene, or Lebanon, NH. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of trusts and estates, estate planning, probate, elder law, trust administration, or related experience and the ability to manage matters independently while cultivating long-term client relationships. Responsibilities:

• Advise clients regarding estate planning, wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and related matters.
• Draft and review estate planning documents.
• Handle probate and trust administration matters.
• Counsel individuals and families regarding wealth preservation and succession planning.
• Assist clients with guardianships, conservatorships, elder law, and Medicaid planning matters as applicable.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and referral sources including financial advisors, accountants, and other professionals.
• Contribute to business development and practice growth.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• 5-10 years of Trusts & Estates, Estate Planning, Probate, Elder Law, or related experience.
• Active license to practice law in New Hampshire, or ability to obtain admission promptly.
• Experience independently managing estate planning and/or probate matters.
• Strong drafting, client counseling, and relationship-building skills.
• Established referral relationships, client relationships, or portable business strongly preferred.
• Interest in business development and growing a long-term practice.

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