Job Description

A highly regarded boutique law firm is seeking an experienced Trust & Estate Planning Attorney to join its established practice. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney with 5–10 years of estate planning experience who is looking for sophisticated work, a strong work-life balance, and the opportunity to build a long-term practice.

The firm has an excellent reputation and offers attorneys the opportunity to work closely with clients while developing meaningful professional relationships and growing their own book of business.

The Opportunity

• Handle sophisticated estate planning and trust matters for individuals, families, and business owners.
• Draft and review wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and other estate planning documents.
• Advise clients on estate, trust, and wealth transfer planning strategies.
• Work with clients' financial advisors, accountants, and other professional advisors.
• Develop and maintain long-term client relationships.
• Opportunity to develop your own client base and build a book of business.
• Work alongside experienced attorneys in a collaborative and collegial environment.
• Take on increasing responsibility with significant opportunity for professional growth.

What We're Looking For

• 5–10 years of estate planning experience.
• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active Maryland Bar membership.
• Strong estate planning and drafting experience.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team.
• Interest in building long-term client relationships and developing a practice.

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation based on experience
• Performance-based bonus structure
• Full benefits package
• 401(k) eligibility beginning on the first day of employment
• 1,650 annual billable hour expectation
• Strong work-life balance
• Professional development and advancement opportunities

Work Environment

The position begins with an initial 90-day in-office period designed to provide training, collaboration, and integration with the team.

Following the initial 90 days, the position transitions to a hybrid schedule with approximately 7 days in the office each month, providing meaningful flexibility while maintaining regular in-person collaboration.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This is a strong fit for an attorney who wants the resources and reputation of an established practice without sacrificing work-life balance. The firm offers sophisticated estate planning work, a collegial culture, reasonable billable expectations, and genuine room for professional growth.  To apply or learn more, reach out to dan.krieger@gogpac.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.