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Associate Attorney, Estate Planning and Administration

United States, Richmond City · Job Posted May 06, 2026
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Beacon Hill Legal is staffing a contract-to-hire Associate Attorney role for a boutique trusts and estates law firm based in Richmond, VA.

Requirements

  • Licensed to practice in Virginia (active/in good standing)
  • 1+ years of estate planning and administration experience
  • Comfortable drafting wills, trusts and other related documents
  • Strong client advocacy skills
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