Associate Attorney - Private Client & Wealth Management

The Merker Group (a well respected National legal recruiting firm), is working on a role for a one of our top Am Law 100 firms in search of a sophisticated practitioner to represent a diverse portfolio of elite clients, including

founders of emerging tech companies, principals at leading investment funds (PE/Hedge), and multi-generational high-net-worth families You will serve as a primary legal counselor, managing the intersection of personal wealth, corporate structure, and long-term legacy planning. Key Responsibilities Strategic Advisory:

Counsel clients on the full spectrum of financial affairs, including high-level estate and income tax optimization, corporate restructuring, and the governance of

family offices and private trust companies Advanced Wealth Transfer:

Design and implement complex vehicles such as

GRATs, SLATs, ILITs, and DIGTs

to maximize tax efficiency and mitigate future disputes. Fiduciary Administration:

Lead all aspects of estate and trust administration, including sophisticated modification strategies like

trust decanting, mergers, and nonjudicial settlement agreements Philanthropic Impact:

Facilitate complex charitable goals through the establishment of

private foundations , donor-advised funds (DAFs), and major grant arrangements. Tax Compliance:

Oversee the preparation of intricate federal filings (e.g.,

Forms 706 and 709 ), navigating specialized tax code provisions such as GST allocations and payment extensions under

Sections 6161 and 6166 Candidate Qualifications Education:

JD or LLM from an accredited institution. Experience:

A minimum of 3+ years of dedicated experience in premium estate planning and GST tax strategy. Technical Proficiency:

Proven track record drafting comprehensive testamentary and lifetime planning documents within an intricate legal framework. Analytical Rigor:

Ability to conduct deep-dive legal research into

multi-jurisdictional and cross-border tax issues Licensure:

Must be a member in good standing of a U.S. State Bar (with the ability to waive into the local jurisdiction if necessary). Work Environment & Compensation Model:

Modern hybrid work structure (partial in-office presence required in a major metropolitan hub). Compensation:

Competitive market-based salary ($235k–$325k range) with a comprehensive executive benefits package and performance-based bonus eligibility. Apply Now or email to discuss confidentially.