Estate Planning Associate
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Law/Legal
Tax Law, Financial Law, Legal Counsel, Lawyer
Estate Planning Associate – Edmonds, WA:
Sound Estate Planning is seeking an associate to join its thriving estate planning practice located in downtown Edmonds. We serve the Puget Sound area.
About Sound Estate Planning:We pride ourselves in delivering an exceptional client experience. Our clients receive a broad range of estate planning services, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, asset protection, estate and gift tax solutions, and charitable giving. We also provide trust and estate administration / probate services for existing clients.
Our attorney is Leonard
A. Hagen, JD, LLM. The practice is also supported by several paralegals and legal assistants. You can learn more about the team and our practice by visiting our website at
We work closely with our clients to protect their loved ones, their assets, and their legacies.
About the Role:We are seeking an associate who can handle estate planning and administration matters with increasing autonomy and direct client interaction. As this is a small and vibrant practice, the role offers significant opportunities for growth and leadership.
Compensation and Benefits:- Starting annual salary range is $100,000 - $125,000 (depending upon qualifications and experience)
- Health, Dental, and Vision
- Malpractice Insurance
- WA State Bar Association Fees and CLE allowance
- Paid Time Off
- After one year, a 401(k) 3% match, with a Profit Sharing Plan
- After one year, a performance-based bonus up to 20% of salary
- Discretionary bonus
- Paid Parking
- At least 2 years of relevant experience or an LL.M. in Taxation and / or Estate Planning.
- Familiarity with the Internal Revenue Code and Treasury Regulations relevant to estate and gift tax planning (we do not prepare or file tax returns).
- Strong academic performance, attention to detail, and strong analytical, research, communication and interpersonal skills.
- Handling various types of estate and trust matters, including the drafting of wills, trusts, powers of attorney, advance health care directives, and related documents.
- Handling trust and estate administration, including probate.
- Office presence (this is not a remote position).
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