Trusts & Estates Associate Attorney (7–10 Years) – Philadelphia, PA- 407911 (Philadelphia)

Job ID: 407911

Practice area:- Estate & Tax Planning,Tax - M&A and Transactions,Tax - Private Client Services,Trusts and Estates - General

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Senior Trusts & Estates Attorney (7–10 Years) – Tax & Transactions Focus | Philadelphia, PA | PA Bar Required

A law firm is seeking a senior Trusts and Estates Attorney (7–10 years) with strong tax and transactional experience to join its Philadelphia, Pennsylvania practice. This role is built for an attorney who thrives at the intersection of private client planning and complex deal work, including business sales, restructurings, and succession planning.

This position rarely opens at this level and is actively interviewing—ideal for candidates looking for Philadelphia legal jobs with sophisticated planning, meaningful client ownership, and a clear runway for leadership.

Founded more than 15 years ago, this fast-growing law firm has its offices in the states of Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Delaware. It is comprised of a significantly large group of skilled attorneys and handles a wide range of issues related to fifteen areas of practice, including business law, real estate law, trusts & estates law, litigation, and labor & employment law. The firm has earned rave reviews from prominent industry publications. ________________________________________ A fast-growing law firm is hiring a Trusts and Estates Attorney (7–10 years) in Philadelphia, PA to handle advanced estate planning and tax-driven transaction work. Advise high-net-worth clients and business owners on wealth transfer, M&A-related tax planning, and succession strategies. ________________________________________ This opportunity is with a growing, multi-office law firm known for its strong private client platform and sophisticated advisory work across multiple practice areas. The team supports high-net-worth families, entrepreneurs, and closely held businesses, combining technical estate and gift tax planning with transactional and business succession insight. If you are looking for a partner-track position where you can lead matters, deepen client relationships, and collaborate with corporate deal teams on tax-sensitive transactions, this role offers the right mix of complexity, autonomy, and growth. ________________________________________ Key Responsibilities In this Trusts and Estates – General / Estate & Tax Planning role, you will: • Advise high-net-worth individuals, families, and business owners on advanced estate planning, wealth transfer, and trust administration • Design tax-efficient succession plans using trusts, family partnerships, charitable planning structures, and related vehicles • Partner with corporate/transactional teams on Tax - M&A and Transactions matters, including shareholder, partnership, and tax structuring considerations • Counsel clients on aligning estate and income tax strategies with liquidity events (pre- and post-sale planning) • Draft and review complex estate planning documents, including trusts, wills, and related governance/operating documents • Coordinate with accountants, financial advisors, and other professionals to deliver integrated solutions • Independently manage multiple sophisticated matters while maintaining excellent client service and responsiveness Future pacing: by year-end, you could be leading end-to-end planning for a major liquidity event—integrating estate, gift, and income tax planning with business transition strategy. ________________________________________ Qualifications • 7–10 years of experience in estate planning and federal tax law, including exposure to closely held business planning and/or M&A-related tax issues • Strong command of federal income, estate, and gift tax rules (including generation-skipping transfer planning) • Excellent drafting, analytical, and communication skills • Demonstrated ability to manage complex matters independently and drive solutions efficiently • Pennsylvania Bar required (PA Bar required) • LL.M. in Taxation strongly preferred ________________________________________ Culture & Firm Appeal This role sits within a fast-growing, multi-state firm platform that emphasizes collaboration, client ownership, and practical problem-solving. Attorneys have the support of a broad bench across complementary practices (business, real estate, litigation, and employment), which is especially valuable for private client matters tied to transactions and succession planning. The firm’s growth and external recognition signal momentum—an appealing environment for a senior attorney who wants sophisticated work, a collegial team, and the infrastructure to expand their practice. ________________________________________ Why This Role Is Unique • True intersection of Tax - Private Client Services and Tax - M&A and Transactions • High-end private wealth work with business sale and restructuring components • Strong autonomy and leadership opportunity in a growing platform • Regular collaboration with corporate and transactional attorneys • Ideal next step for attorneys seeking a partner-track position and long-term practice development Urgency + scarcity: This opening is actively interviewing and is a rare senior-level opportunity in the Philadelphia market. ________________________________________ Call to Action Apply now for a confidential discussion with a BCG Attorney Search recruiter. Explore this elite-level opportunity today. Submit your resume to learn more about this senior Trusts & Estates opportunity in Philadelphia. ________________________________________

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