Austin - Wealth Preservation Associate Attorney

WEALTH PRESERVATION ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY

Location: Austin, TX

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A premier AmLaw 200 firm is seeking a talented Associate Attorney to join its highly-regarded Wealth Preservation Practice Group in Austin . This is an exceptional opportunity to work closely with senior attorneys on sophisticated trust, estate, and business planning matters for high-net-worth individuals, families, and business owners, in a collaborative and growth-oriented environment.

Candidate Profile

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record .
• Active Bar Admission in Texas.
• 2–6 years of substantive experience, with a focus on trusts and estates planning and administration .
• Experience with trust and estate planning , premarital agreements , wealth transfer strategies , asset protection planning , and business succession planning .
• Familiarity with administration of trusts and estates, including fiduciary obligations and probate processes .
• Exposure to transactional work involving mergers , acquisitions , and joint ventures for a variety of entities, including publicly traded corporations , privately held companies , family-owned businesses , and Special Purpose Acquisition Companies .
• AmLaw 200 experience required .
  • Familiarity with the pace and expectations of a sophisticated law firm environment.
• Legal Drafting: Strong writing skills, with a high proficiency in drafting complex legal documents.
• Team-Oriented Mindset: Enthusiastic about regular in-office collaboration with colleagues and committed to contributing to a mentorship-driven environment .

Key Responsibilities

• Advise clients on a wide range of wealth preservation matters , including trust and estate planning, wealth transfer strategies, and asset protection structures.
• Assist clients with business succession planning and administration of estates and trusts .
• Draft and negotiate complex estate planning documents , including trusts, wills, and premarital agreements.
• Support transactional matters related to mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures involving family-owned businesses and other entities.
• Provide counsel on tax implications of estate and business planning strategies.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys to develop legal strategies that align with client goals.
• Participate in business development initiatives and contribute to client relationship management.

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to join a dynamic and collaborative team at a top-tier firm that prioritizes mentorship , professional growth , and long-term career development . You will work closely with respected leaders in the field on high-value , sophisticated wealth preservation matters while having the opportunity to mentor junior attorneys and shape your practice. Our client is deeply committed to supporting the career goals and personal well-being of its attorneys, offering a clear path for advancement and a culture that values diverse perspectives and work-life balance.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Compensation : Includes an annual base salary range of $180,000– $310,000 , commensurate with experience, and the opportunity to earn a discretionary bonus .
• Comprehensive Benefits Package : Includes medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and long-term care insurance, 401(k) plan, paid parental leave, time off, an employee assistance program, and profit-sharing , among other perks.

Application Requirements

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter , resume , law school transcript , and writing sample for consideration.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer .

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