Job description
Overview:
Accelerant Law was founded by entrepreneurial-minded attorneys who strive to modernize the current approach to estate planning by incorporating 21st-century business practices and technology into a sophisticated estate planning practice. Our firm aims to provide ultra-high net worth families with contemporary estate planning strategies, in a transparent, proactive, and innovative manner.
Position:
Accelerant Law is seeking a Staff Attorney to join our team. This is a unique opportunity to develop deep experience in high-level estate planning, trust administration, and private trust company work. The Staff Attorney will support senior attorneys on a broad range of matters and will be directly involved in sophisticated client projects from day one. The role requires strong drafting skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-moving, high-expectation environment.
Location:
This position is open only to candidates who are physically located in Nevada and actively licensed to practice law in Nevada. The role will be a hybrid role, with a preference for the attorney to work from our Nevada office location 2 days per week.
Essential Responsibilities:
Estate Planning Drafting
- Draft core estate planning documents, including: Revocable and irrevocable trusts, Wills, Powers of attorney, Advance health care directives, Trust amendments and restatements.
- Support senior attorneys in implementing advanced estate planning strategies for UHNW clients.
Private Trust Company (PTC) Administration
- Assist with administration of client private trust companies.
- Prepare internal documentation and compliance materials.
- Draft agendas, resolutions, minutes, and supporting materials.
- Help organize and assemble meeting materials and follow-up action items.
Entity Formation and Corporate Support
- Assist with formation of limited liability company’s entities.
- File annual lists for private trust companies.
- Draft and revise operating agreements and related governance documents.
Probate and Estate Administration
- Assist with probate filings and court-supervised estate administrations.
- Prepare inventories, accountings, and beneficiary communications.
- Coordinate with fiduciaries, financial institutions, and other advisors.
Tax and Transfer Documentation
- Draft federal gift tax returns (Form 709).
- Assist with estate tax return data collection and coordination.
- Prepare deeds and real estate transfer documents.
- Coordinate recording and related filings.
Experience / Education Requirements:
- Active Nevada Bar license in good standing; must be located in Nevada.
- Minimum of 1 year of relevant legal experience or demonstrated interest in trusts and estates.
- Experience or exposure to trusts, estates, probate, or trust administration preferred.
- Strong drafting, organizational, and multitasking capabilities.
- Self-motivated attorney with a strong work ethic and client-service mindset.
