Senior Trusts & Estates Attorney (Of Counsel) – Ultra High Net Worth Practice
Sterlington, PLLCColorado, United States
Posted September 18, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
Sterlington PLLC is an international law firm specializing in complex corporate, executive compensation, litigation, and transactional matters. With a team of high-caliber partners, the firm offers customized client solutions to help businesses achieve their goals globally. Sterlington stands out through its tailored approach to client service and focus on financial flexibility and innovation.
Job Description
Sterlington PLLC is seeking a highly experienced and discreet Of Counsel level Trusts & Estates Attorney to join their Private Wealth team. This role focuses on advising ultra-high net worth individuals and families, including entrepreneurs, executives, family offices, and legacy wealth holders, on complex estate planning and wealth transfer strategies. The firm specializes in the economic and legal aspects of matters related to money and the related businesses.
Requirements
- J.D. from a top-tier law school
- LL.M. in Taxation or Estate Planning strongly preferred
- Active membership in a U.S. state bar (FL, NY, CA, TX, IL, or DC preferred)
- Minimum eight years of experience in trusts and estates law, with a focus on UHNW clients
- Mastery of federal estate, gift, and GST tax laws
- Proven track record of handling planning and administration matters for clients with net worths exceeding $75M+
- Exceptional drafting, analytical, and communication skills
- Client service orientation and collaborative approach
- Good discretion, high emotional intelligence and ability to manage complex client relationships
- Experience advising family offices, business owners and multigenerational wealth structures
