Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Private Client Associate - Philadelphia
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Apply to Private Client Associate - Philadelphia at Faegre Drinker Biddle & ReathJob details
- Location
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Work type
- Hybrid
- Posted
- Jul 28, 2026
- Apply on
- apply.faegredrinker.com
About this role
Faegre Drinker is seeking a seasoned associate attorney to join our Private Client practice in the Philadelphia office. This position offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated estate planning, estate and trust administration, and transfer tax matters for high-net-worth individuals, families, fiduciaries, and closely held businesses. The associate will collaborate with attorneys across offices and contribute to a growing, team-oriented practice with a strong commitment to client service.
Required Qualifications
- Six or more years of experience in estate planning, preferably with an emphasis on transfer tax planning for high-net-worth individuals.
- Familiarity with trust and estate administration, including probate proceedings, trust administration, and gift and estate tax returns.
- Ability to produce high-quality work with minimal supervision.
- Strong academic credentials.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
- Admission to the Pennsylvania bar, or eligibility to waive into the Pennsylvania bar promptly after hire.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Taxation.
- Licensed and in good standing to practice in New York or New Jersey, in addition to Pennsylvania.
We are looking for a collaborative, motivated associate who thrives in a client-focused, team-oriented environment. If you are looking for an opportunity with a growing, collaborative firm, please apply online and include a cover letter, resume, writing sample and law school transcript.
Faegre Drinker is committed to fostering flexibility while maintaining a collaborative and client-focused environment. Our in-office work policy asks all attorneys, consulting professionals and paraprofessionals to work from a Faegre Drinker office three days per week, striking a balance between in-person collaboration, relationship-building, and exceptional client service, while also supporting individual flexibility and work-life balance.
Actual initial salary may be above or below the above-identified range and will be based on the relevant skills, training, experience, and other job-related factors, including the location of where the position is filled and consistent with applicable law. The initial salary range listed above is just one component of Faegre Drinker's total compensation and benefits package for attorneys, which includes, but is not limited to, productivity and discretionary bonuses; life, health, accident and disability insurance; and a 401(k) plan.
Please contact Emily Coveyou, Associate Recruiting Manager, with any questions at [email protected].
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