Trusts & Estates Attorney
Liberty, MO Direct-Hire $90000.00 - $115000.00 Hybrid

Job Description

Trusts & Estates Attorney

A well-established boutique law firm is seeking a Trusts & Estates Attorney to join its growing practice. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who enjoys direct client interaction, meaningful responsibility, and a broad range of trusts and estates work in a highly flexible and collegial environment.

The firm is open to attorneys with experience in one or more core trusts and estates disciplines and is seeking someone who can confidently manage matters within their area of expertise.

Responsibilities

The practice includes work in areas such as:

  • Estate Planning
  • Probate Administration
  • Trust Administration
  • Guardianships and Conservatorships
  • Trust, Estate, and Probate Litigation

Candidates are not expected to have experience across all practice areas. Attorneys with meaningful experience in at least one or two of these disciplines are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

  • J.D. from an accredited law school
  • Licensed to practice law in Missouri
  • Approximately 3+ years of relevant legal experience
  • Experience in one or more of the following:
    • Estate Planning
    • Probate Administration
    • Trust Administration
    • Guardianships or Conservatorships
    • Trusts & Estates Litigation
  • Ability to work independently and manage client matters
  • Strong communication, drafting, and client-service skills

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive compensation based on experience and preferred compensation structure
  • For candidates seeking a traditional salary arrangement, compensation is generally expected to fall between $90,000-$115,000, depending on experience
  • The firm is also open to alternative compensation models, including production-based and hybrid compensation structures
  • Flexible hybrid work environment
  • No designated in-office day requirements
  • Attorneys enjoy significant flexibility in determining their schedules, though the position is not fully remote and requires periodic in-office presence for client meetings and document executions
  • Strong work-life balance
  • Long-term growth opportunity within an established trusts and estates practice

About the Firm

This boutique firm combines sophisticated trusts and estates work with a family-oriented culture. Attorneys are afforded substantial autonomy, direct client contact, and flexibility in how they manage their practices while working alongside experienced colleagues in a supportive environment. The firm values professionalism, collaboration, and maintaining a healthy balance between career and personal commitments.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Job Reference: JN -112026-434644