Description We are looking for a skilled Trusts & Estates Attorney to join our team in Washington, District of Columbia. This role offers an excellent opportunity to work directly with clients on complex estate planning matters, wealth transfers, and legal documentation. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in estate planning and be passionate about providing tailored solutions to meet clients’ needs. Responsibilities: • Develop comprehensive estate planning documents, including wills, trusts, property agreements, and powers of attorney for financial and healthcare matters. • Advise clients on effective strategies for intergenerational wealth transfers, including business legal structures, buy/sell agreements, and succession planning. • Provide guidance to trustees, executors, and beneficiaries on interpreting legal documents, addressing tax concerns, and resolving disputes. • Assist clients with probate administration and post-death management of living trusts. • Prepare gift and estate tax returns and counsel clients on tax-related matters. • Offer legal expertise to clients on charitable trusts, private foundations, family limited partnerships, and other specialized entities. • Collaborate with clients to address management succession issues and ensure smooth transitions for business owners. • Stay updated on regulations and best practices in estate planning and trust administration. • Maintain a billable hour target of 1300 hours annually while delivering high-quality legal services. For immediate and confidential consideration, please submit resumes directly to Vice President of Permanent Placement, Anne-Laure [dot] McGrory [at] RobertHalf [dot] [com]. Requirements • Must hold a valid license to practice law in the District of Columbia. • A minimum of 3 years of experience in estate planning and trust administration, with a focus on attention to detail. • Proven expertise in drafting and implementing wills, trusts, and other estate planning documents. • Strong understanding of tax laws related to gift and estate tax returns. • Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to advise and communicate effectively with clients. • Familiarity with charitable trusts, family limited partnerships, and business succession planning. • Detail-oriented with the ability to handle complex legal issues and documentation. • Commitment to meeting billable hour targets and delivering exceptional results. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. Robert Half is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation. Robert Half project lawyers do not constitute a law firm among themselves. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .