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Posted July 29, 2026

Trusts & Estates Associate (2yrs+) -St. Louis

Direct Counsel
Saint Louis, MO, US Full Time
180000USD - 250000USD per year

Job Description

Job Description
Direct Counsel is representing an Am Law 100 firm seeking a Mid- to Senior-Level Trusts & Estates Associate for its Kansas City or St. Louis office.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a nationally recognized, client-focused trusts and estates group advising high-net-worth individuals, families, business owners, athletes, Fortune 500 companies, and nonprofit organizations on estate planning, wealth transfer, tax mitigation, and asset protection strategies.


Position Overview

The ideal candidate will have:

  • 3+ years of experience in estate planning, wealth transfer strategies, and sophisticated tax and asset protection planning

  • Experience counseling clients on gift and estate tax, charitable giving, trust formation and administration, and complex family structures

  • An LL.M. in Taxation or Estate Planning is preferred but not required

This role offers the opportunity to work closely with clients and partners on customized estate and business succession plans, high-value trust structures, and sophisticated planning for multigenerational wealth.


Candidate Qualifications
  • J.D. and active Missouri bar admission required

  • Strong academic credentials

  • Excellent written, verbal, and analytical skills

  • Detail-oriented and able to manage complex planning matters

  • Strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative, team-driven mindset

  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-touch client environment


Compensation & Benefits
  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience

  • Discretionary bonus eligibility

  • Full benefits package including:

    • Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance

    • 401(k) retirement plan

    • Paid vacation and sick time

    • Continuing legal education (CLE) support


To Apply:
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and law school transcript.

If you are a motivated trusts and estates attorney seeking to elevate your practice in a collegial, high-caliber environment, we encourage you to apply.

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