Trust & Estate Planning Associate Attorney Junior to Mid-Level

Direct Counsel is seeking an Associate Attorney with 1–4 years of relevant experience to join a collaborative Estate Planning Practice Group in Milwaukee or Madison.

The attorney will support a broad range of estate planning and administration matters, including:

• Drafting estate planning and business succession documents for high-net-worth individuals and business owners

• Income, gift, estate, and generation-skipping transfer tax planning

• Charitable planning and tax-exempt organization matters

• Estate and trust administration

• Probate proceedings and fiduciary advisory matters

• Preparation and review of federal estate and gift tax filings

This position is well suited for an attorney looking to deepen their technical expertise while gaining meaningful experience and increasing levels of responsibility in a collaborative practice environment.

The ideal candidate will have strong drafting, analytical, and communication skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple matters effectively. Candidates should have a foundational understanding of estate planning, trust and estate administration, and related tax concepts, along with a demonstrated interest in developing a long-term practice in this area.

Requirements:

• 1–4 years of relevant estate planning experience

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school

• Active membership and good standing in the Bar of the jurisdiction(s) where admitted

• Strong academic credentials

• Foundational knowledge of estate planning, trust and estate administration, and related tax concepts

• Admission to the Wisconsin Bar, or ability to obtain admission to the Wisconsin Bar as a condition of employment

Locations: Milwaukee, WI or Madison, WI
Experience: 1–4 years
Salary: $225,000–$310,000, depending on experience, education, internal equity, and other factors

The firm offers comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), disability and life insurance, adoption assistance, and backup dependent care.

Recruiting note: Current judicial clerks must apply directly and may not be submitted by a legal recruiter.