Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Company parties
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off

We are a premier boutique estate planning firm in the Greater Boston area seeking an experienced Estate Administration Attorney to lead probate and trust settlement cases from start to finish. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, value direct client impact, and excel at managing complex estate matters independently, we’d love to connect.

Key Responsibilities:

Independently manage estate administration, probate, and trust settlement cases from start to finish.
Prepare and file Massachusetts estate tax returns, Federal estate tax returns, and gift tax returns (706/709).
Prepare, review, and submit necessary probate forms and court documents.
Obtain date-of-death valuations and secure required documentation for estate tax returns and settlement processes.
Oversee ongoing trust administration cases, handling trust and estate accounting duties.
Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, courts, and third parties, leading client meetings independently while delivering exceptional service.

Ideal Candidate Will Possess:

Outstanding written and verbal communication skills with a client-first approach.
Thoughtful, diligent, highly organized, self-motivated, and detail oriented.
Ability to handle a large caseload, prioritize multi-tasking, and work effectively both independently and collaboratively.
Comfort with complex transfer tax systems and financial records related to estates and trusts.

Qualifications:
Experience: Minimum of 3 years of dedicated experience in probate and trust settlement required but as firm is growing, candidates with significantly more experience in this area will also be considered.
Tax Expertise: Demonstrated experience with Massachusetts estate tax returns, Federal estate tax returns, and the transfer tax system.
Preferred Experience:

Drafting probate and trust documents.
Estate, trust, and individual income tax return preparation.
Estate and trust accounting background.

Experience:

Minimum of 3 years of dedicated experience in probate and trust settlement is required but as firm is growing, candidates with significantly more experience in this area will also be considered.

License/Certification:

Active bar admission in Massachusetts required
Juris Doctor (Required)

Benefits: We take care of our team with a comprehensive benefits package, including

Health & Dental: Choice of plans with firm contributions toward your coverage.
Retirement: 401(k) with a competitive employer match.
Rest & Recovery: Paid Time Off and a unique Sabbatical Program for long-tenured employees.

Ability to commute/relocate:

Quincy, MA 02169: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Flexible work from home options available.

Compensation: $110,000.00 - $120,500.00 per year

The Massachusetts Chapter of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (MassNAELA) is a non-profit voluntary association whose members consist of a dedicated group of elder law and special needs attorneys across the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. MassNAELA was incorporated in 1992, to serve the legal profession and the public with the following mission: Educate, inspire, serve, advocate, and provide community to attorneys with practices in elder and special needs law.

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Benefits of Working in Elder and Special Needs Law:

Flexible Schedule

Working in the legal field can allow you to have a great work/life balance. Whether you are working in a small law office or a large firm, the legal profession offers flexible schedules and great office culture.

Job Security

Many Elder and Special Needs Law attorneys advise clients regarding the probate process (legal process when someone dies) and taxes. As Benjamin Franklin said, “The only two certainties in life are death and taxes.”

Rewarding Work

The practice of Elder and Special Needs law focuses on building personal relationships and helping clients obtain benefits that will help them lead better lives. These practice areas also help individuals and families plan for the future, which can make some of life’s most challenging times a little more straightforward.