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Wilson Elser - Attorneys

Trust and Estates Associate Attorney

Wilson Elser - Attorneys · Madison, New Jersey

Posted about 2 months ago

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This role has been open
71 days
Wilson Elser - Attorneys's roles stay open a median of 81 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
No
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Ghost-job risk at Wilson Elser - Attorneys
high
154 stale, 14 reposted of 154 open
Hiring momentum
193 roles opened in the last 90 days
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Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-10-23

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About this role

The Trust and Estates Associate Attorney at Wilson Elser will be responsible for drafting sophisticated estate planning documents, developing and implementing tax and estate planning strategies, and administering estates with direct client interaction. The role involves significant client contact, preparation of estate tax returns, and conducting research on complex tax matters, all within a collaborative and supportive team environment.

Our read on this posting2.4out of 5
benefits
3/5
freshness
1/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
4/5
pay transparency
0/5

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What you need

  • JD from a law school
  • Must be admitted to practice in New Jersey
  • 3+ years of experience in estate planning and estate administration
  • Experience drafting grantor and non-grantor trusts
  • Excellent research, writing and communications skills

Nice to have

  • LL.M. in Taxation or candidate for LL.M. in Taxation preferred
  • Admission to practice in New York and/or Florida is a plus

What you get

  • Competitive salary
  • Discretionary bonuses
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan
  • Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
  • Generous PTO
  • Access to corporate discount programs

Worth weighing

  • Salary range provided is $150,000 — $190,000 USD, but final salary may vary based on individual circumstances
  • The position is full-time and offers a hybrid working arrangement, which may appeal to those seeking work-life balance

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