Trust & Estate Associate

A globally recognized private client law firm is seeking a Trusts & Estates Associate (3-5 PQE) to join its Los Angeles office.This firm is uniquely positioned as a leading international advisor to high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth individuals and families, offering fully integrated cross-border advice across the U.S., Europe, and Asia-Pacific. Its Private Client and Tax practice is the largest globally, generating over half of the firm's revenue and comprising 300+ professionals worldwide.This is an exceptional opportunity to work on complex, international estate planning and wealth structuring matters, advising sophisticated clients with multi-jurisdictional assets and interests.ResponsibilitiesAdvise high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth individuals and families on estate and succession planningDesign and implement comprehensive estate plans, including revocable and irrevocable trust structuresDraft and manage estate planning documents from start to finish (client intake through execution and follow-up)Structure and advise on charitable organizations, foundations, and planned giving strategiesWork with complex trust structures including CRUTs, GRATs, IDGTs, ILITs, and QPRTsHandle gift, estate, and generation-skipping transfer (GST) tax matters, including preparation and review of tax returnsManage post-mortem trust administration, advising fiduciaries and overseeing distributionsCollaborate on cross-border matters involving tax, compliance, and succession planningContribute to business development and profile-building activities, including networking, writing, and attending industry eventsQualifications3-5 years of Trusts & Estates experience in a law firm environmentStrong experience advising high-net-worth or ultra-high-net-worth clientsExpertise in estate planning, trust structuring, and wealth transfer strategiesExperience with gift, estate, and GST tax planning and filingsAbility to independently manage client relationships and complex mattersStrong technical, analytical, and drafting skillsJD required; Tax LL.M. preferredAdmitted to and in good standing with the California BarDemonstrated ability to manage a busy practice and meet deadlines proactivelyInterest in business development and long-term client relationship buildingBenefitsCompetitive salary: $205,000 - $260,000Opportunity to join a market-leading global private client practiceExposure to complex, cross-border wealth planning mattersWork with ultra-high-net-worth clients and international familiesCollaborative and entrepreneurial team environmentStrong platform for career progression and client developmentOpportunity to build a personal profile within the private wealth spaceIf you are interested in this position, and you meet the requirements of the role, please click 'apply now' to forward an up to date copy of your resume. Alternatively, if you would like to discuss this opportunity further, please contact Nikita Hari for a confidential discussion.Our advertisements use salary and experience as a guide only. Interlink Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Created: 2026-05-09