Trusts and Estates Associate Attorney

Centurion Legal Services, LLCMilwaukee Metropolitan Area | Full-Time | Hybrid Flexibility The OpportunityCenturion Legal Services is seeking an experienced associate attorney to join our rapidly growing estate planning and estate administration practice.We are an established and expanding Wisconsin law firm focused on estate planning, tax planning, probate and trust administration, elder law, and related planning for individuals, families, business owners, and fiduciaries. Our practice includes both traditional estate planning and sophisticated planning for high-net-worth and multi-state clients.The attorney joining us will inherit meaningful existing work rather than being expected to build a practice from the ground up. The position is designed for an attorney who can independently manage routine and moderately complex matters while continuing to develop advanced estate planning and tax planning expertise.This is an opportunity to join a well-supported and innovative practice with experienced attorneys, highly capable paralegals, modern practice-management systems, and an established client base.  Primary ResponsibilitiesThe associate attorney will be responsible for matters including:Working both independently and with senior attorneys to counsel clients on their estate planning objectives and available planning strategiesDesigning and implementing trust and will-based comprehensive estate plansDrafting and reviewing trusts, wills, marital property agreements, powers of attorney, beneficiary designations, deeds, assignments, and related planning documentsConducting client planning, review, and signing meetingsManaging probate, trust administration, and other post-death administration mattersAdvising personal representatives, trustees, beneficiaries, and other fiduciariesReviewing asset information, beneficiary designations, account ownership, and estate-plan fundingSupervising and reviewing work performed by paralegals and legal assistantsWorking with experienced senior attorneys regarding advanced tax, business succession, charitable, special-needs, or asset-protection planningMaintaining timely client communications, matter records, deadlines, and billing entriesParticipating in the continued development of the firm’s forms, systems, workflows, and document-automation platform  Required QualificationsApplicants should have:A Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law schoolAn active Wisconsin law license in good standing, or the ability to obtain Wisconsin admission promptlyApproximately three to seven years of relevant legal experienceMeaningful experience in estate planning, probate, trust administration, elder law, tax, or a closely related practiceThe ability to independently manage routine estate planning or administration mattersStrong legal writing, drafting, proofreading, and analytical skillsExcellent judgment and attention to detailThe ability to communicate effectively with clients, fiduciaries, beneficiaries, financial advisors, accountants, and other professionalsA demonstrated commitment to reviewing and taking responsibility for final legal workThe ability to delegate appropriately while supervising support staffComfort using practice-management, document-management, and document-automation technologyA collaborative, adaptable, and service-oriented approach  Preferred QualificationsThe strongest candidates may also have experience with one or more of the following:Probate and trust administrationWisconsin marital property lawEstate and gift taxationHigh-net-worth estate planningMedicaid and long-term-care planningSpecial-needs planningBusiness succession planningCharitable planningFiduciary income tax mattersEstate-plan funding and beneficiary-designation reviewA candidate does not need experience in every listed area. We are particularly interested in attorneys who have a strong foundation in estate planning or administration and want to develop broader and more sophisticated expertise.  What Makes This Position DifferentThe associate will have:An existing pipeline of estate planning and administration workExperienced paralegal and administrative supportDirect mentorship in advanced estate and tax planningOpportunities to work with high-net-worth families and closely held business ownersEstablished and innovative proprietary forms, procedures, and technology systemsMeaningful client responsibility without an immediate requirement to bring a book of businessThe opportunity to help shape your own trust and estates practiceA defined path toward increased responsibility, compensation, and senior-attorney statusWe value attorneys who take ownership of their matters while working within consistent firmwide systems. Careful review, timely communication, professional treatment of staff, and a willingness to improve established processes are essential components of the position.  Compensation and BenefitsThe anticipated base salary range is $100,000 to $150,000, depending on relevant experience, demonstrated capabilities, and expected level of independence.Additional compensation may include:Performance-based bonus compensationOrigination credit for new firm relationshipsEmployer-sponsored retirement benefitsHealth-related benefits or stipendPaid time off and firm holidaysProfessional liability insuranceState Bar dues and approved continuing legal educationHybrid-work flexibility following successful onboardingThe position is not conditioned on bringing an existing book of business.  Work LocationThe position will serve clients throughout southeastern Wisconsin. Regular in-person work at our downtown Milwaukee office will be required, with hybrid flexibility available based on experience, performance, client needs, and successful integration into firm systems.  Application ProcessApplicants should submit:A résuméA brief cover letter describing relevant experience and interest in trusts and estatesCompensation expectationsUp to three professional references, which will not be contacted without advance noticeAll inquiries will be handled confidentially. Please indicate your interest by email to Firm@Centurionlaw.comCenturion Legal Services, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.