Associate

Associate – Private Client / Estate Planning – Washington, DC

An Am Law 50 firm

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A leading global law firm is seeking an associate with 2 to 5 years of experience to join its growing Private Client Practice Group in Washington, DC. The role involves supporting senior attorneys on sophisticated estate planning and wealth-transfer matters for high-net-worth individuals and families.

The practice covers the full spectrum of private client work, and this position offers substantial responsibility drafting documents, structuring wealth-transfer strategies, and supporting estate administration in a fast-paced, collaborative, and client-focused environment.

The firm is widely recognized for its inclusive culture, robust professional development, and comprehensive wellness and benefits programs.

  • 2–5 years of experience in private client, estate planning, and trusts & estates.
  • Experience drafting standard and sophisticated estate planning documents and supporting wealth-transfer strategies.
  • Exposure to estate administration, including preparation, review, and filing of federal gift and estate tax returns.
  • Experience with domestic estate, gift, and income tax planning; international planning experience is a plus.
  • Strong academic background and excellent writing, speaking, research, and analytical abilities.
  • LLM in Taxation is a plus but not required.
  • Must be able to be admitted to the DC Bar.

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