Senior Counsel – Business Law – Tax, Trust & Estate

Bernstein Shur Sawyer & Nelson is a New England-based law firm that advises clients across the U.S. and around the world.

About the Role

Senior Counsel provides comprehensive legal services to clients and supports the development of other attorneys. The ideal candidate will possess 10+ years of extensive experience, advising clients on complex state and federal estate planning, business succession planning, estate and trust administration and tax planning matters.

Essential Functions

• Research and analyze tax laws, rulings, and regulations related to trusts and estates and provide sound advice.
• Author high quality written materials in support of client needs, train and oversee others to do the same.
• Oversee all aspects of estate and trust administration, including probate proceedings, asset transfers, fiduciary compliance and tax planning.
• Independently manage relationships with sophisticated clients.
• Collaborate with fellow attorneys and staff members within the office setting and through virtual connection.
• Mentor and support the ongoing training of other attorneys.
• Appropriately assign support work to associate attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants to further the needs of the clients.
• Present educational materials regarding latest developments within their area of expertise.
• Accurately and completely account for time spent supporting clients and the firm.
• Operate with autonomy.
• Treat others with courtesy and respect at all times.

Required Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school
• Maine Bar admission and maintenance of good standing in jurisdictions as required by the firm.
• Demonstrated mastery of legal skills
• Ability to combine leadership skills with expertise to lead teams.

Workplace Environment

• Sit and stand for extended durations.
• Work within an office setting.
• Work with electronics (computer, phone, iPad)
• Lift, push, pull up to 25 lbs

Benefits Package

• Eligible for a hybrid work arrangement consistent with business needs (approved set schedule; at least three days in the office, Wednesday “anchor day”)
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Group life and disability insurance
• Financial wellness program
• 401K employer match and profit sharing
• 3 weeks paid vacation starting on day 1
• Paid sick time
• 11 paid holidays
• 16 weeks paid parental leave
• Mobile data reimbursement
• Free parking

About Bernstein Shur

Our 100+ award-winning attorneys and professionals are driven, dominant, and deliver results. The ideal candidate will have a growth mindset, strive to achieve the highest level of professional excellence, and thrive in an atmosphere that’s collaborative, authentic, and respectful. We have exceptionally high standards for everything we do, and we’re looking for high-energy candidates who want to make a big impact. We work together to continually raise the bar and put our clients’ interests first. In 2023, Bernstein Shur was named one of Maine’s Best Places to Work for the twelfth time. It’s a reflection of our values and firm-wide commitment to create a culture that believes in diversity, flexibility, and family-friendly policies. Simply put, we desire to do great work—and have great lives.

Bernstein Shur is an equal opportunity employer.