Leading international law firm seeks a lateral partner to join its San Francisco tax and estate planning team. The role is client-facing and practice-building, advising high-net-worth individuals, family offices, and closely held businesses on federal and state tax planning, wealth transfer, and estate administration strategies.

The successful candidate will take a senior role in originating and managing matters, mentoring junior lawyers, and collaborating with transactional and private client teams across offices. This is an opportunity to join a large, full-service platform with national and cross-border capabilities while maintaining a visible, portable practice.

Partner-level experience in tax and estate planning (trusts, wills, estate administration, wealth transfer strategies)
Proven ability to originate and maintain client relationships; portable practice preferred
Strong drafting and technical tax skills, including familiarity with federal and California tax rules
Experience mentoring and leading associates and working across multidisciplinary deal teams
Active bar admission and good standing (California admission preferred)

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