Trust & Estate Planning Attorney at Direct Counsel

Direct Counsel is seeking a Trust & Estate Planning Associate to join a top-tier Estate Planning Practice Group in Madison. This is an outstanding opportunity for a junior associate to develop their skills in sophisticated estate planning, trust administration, and wealth management.

• 1-4 years of experience in estate planning, trust administration, and wealth transfer strategies
• Background in:
  • Estate plan and business succession planning for high-net-worth individuals
  • Charitable giving and tax-exempt organization planning
  • Estate, gift, and generation-skipping tax planning
  • Probate proceedings for taxable and non-taxable estates
  • Federal gift and estate tax returns
• Strong document drafting, communication, and interpersonal skills
• JD from an ABA-approved law school and active Wisconsin Bar membership (or willingness to obtain timely admission)
• Strong academic credentials and a team-oriented mindset

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive benefits package, including Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, 401(k) Retirement, Disability and Life insurance, and more

Interested candidates should submit a resume and law school transcript.

Direct Counsel is an Equal Opportunity Employer, considering all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, or other protected categories.