Trusts & Estates Attorney - Richmond

Job Description

Sands Anderson is seeking a Trusts & Estates Attorney to join our team in Richmond. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing legal advice and guidance on estate planning, trust administration, and related matters. They will work closely with clients to develop strategies for managing their assets and ensuring their estate plans align with their wishes and legal requirements. This is a great opportunity for a junior attorney to step in to a well-run, sophisticated and robust Trusts & Estates team. In this role, you will be introduced to long standing firm clients and assist more senior attorneys meet client needs and deadlines. No book of business is required for this position.

Qualifications:

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Active license to practice law in the state of Virginia

3+ years of experience in trusts and estates law

Strong knowledge of estate planning, trust administration, and tax laws

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team

Willing to be part of firm succession planning initiatives

Responsibilities:

Counsel clients on estate planning strategies, including wills, trusts, and powers of attorney

Assist with trust administration, probate proceedings, and estate litigation

Review and draft legal documents such as wills, trust agreements, and advance directives

Conduct legal research and stay current on laws and regulations related to trusts and estates

Represent clients in court and other legal proceedings as needed

Provide personalized and strategic legal advice to help clients achieve their estate planning goals

Salary for this position is competitive and will be commensurate with experience. Additionally, at Sands Anderson, we provide a comprehensive employee benefits package to full time benefit eligible employees which includes:

401K with Firm Matching Contribution

Employee Assistance Services

Health Savings Account with Firm Contribution

Holiday Pay

Hybrid Work Schedule

Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Coverage

Malpractice Insurance

Marketing Allowance and Support

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Medical Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Program

Paid Parking

Paid Time Off

Professional Dues and Continuing Education Allowance

Short and Long Term Disability Insurance

Smart Phone Allowance

Wellness Program

Sands Anderson will not accept applicants submitted through search firms or legal recruiters for this position; only direct self-applications from candidates will be accepted. Candidates open to relocation are encouraged to apply and will be considered with a competitive relocation package.

Sands Anderson PC is an equal opportunity employer. Sands Anderson is a drug free workplace.

If you meet the qualifications and are passionate about trusts and estates law, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity in Richmond.

Full-time

Hybrid remote