Legal Jobs in Exton

Trusts & Estates Attorney

Are you an experienced Trusts & Estates attorney seeking a new opportunity? We are working with several firms across Eastern Pennsylvania looking to expand their Trusts & Estates and Tax practices. These firms offer competitive compensation, strong career growth potential, and high-net-worth clientele.

Here are just a few of our current opportunities:

Current Opportunities Include:

Chester County, PA – Trusts & Estates Planning Associate

• Experience: 5+ years of Trusts & Estates planning
• Advise clients on estate planning, asset protection, and wealth transfer strategies
• Handle trust and estate administration matters
• Medicaid and Medicare planning experience a plus

Bucks County, PA – Trusts, Estates & Tax Attorney

This role is heavily focused on tax, trusts, and estates work, with some corporate and transactional matters tied to family wealth planning. The practice includes:

• Estate planning and wealth preservation strategies
• Federal Estate, Gift, and tax planning
• Business succession planning, including transactional tax issues
• General estate planning and administration
• 4+ years of relevant experience
• LL.M. in Tax preferred

Why Consider These Opportunities?

Competitive Salaries & Lucrative Bonuses

Comprehensive benefits packages (health insurance, retirement, hybrid work arrangements, etc.)

Work with High-Net-Worth Clients

Law Firms with Excellent Reputations

Opportunities for Career Advancement & Growth

How to Apply:

If you're interested in this position, please apply to this posting or forward your resume to

This posting is a representative sample of the types of roles we typically place with our clients. Depending on the specific client, location, and role, benefits may include Health, Dental Vision, 401K, and PTO.

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A respected civil litigation and insurance defense firm is seeking a talented Litigation Attorney to join its high-performing team. The firm handles insurance defense, employment law, general liability, and civil litigation matters, providing attorneys the opportunity to gain meaningful litigation experience, work on high-impact cases, and grow professionally while maintaining a manageable caseload and strong quality of life.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and litigate a diverse mix of insurance defense, employment, general liability, and civil cases.
• Take ownership of files, including case strategy, depositions, motions, and court appearances.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues and clients to provide strategic, cost-effective counsel.
• Maintain a billable target of 1850 hours with a typical caseload of 15–25 matters.
• Contribute to a supportive, collaborative team environment while developing your skills.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school with active bar membership.
• Litigation experience in insurance defense, employment, general liability, or civil law.
• Strong case management, litigation, writing, and communication skills.
• Stable work history and a desire to grow in a collaborative, high-performing environment.

Why Join

• The annual salary for this position is between $125,000 - $175,000. Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
• Bonus structure based on hours billed
• Comprehensive benefits.
• Meaningful exposure to trial preparation, depositions, and complex litigation.
• A culture that values professional development, excellence, and work-life balance.

This is a unique opportunity to advance your litigation career while working on impactful civil and insurance defense matters in a collaborative, growth-oriented environment. Apply by sending your resume and references to

A sole practitioner probate and estate administration law firm in West Chester is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Paralegal to support attorneys in all aspects of probate and estate administration matters. This position is ideal for a professional who is organized, client-focused, and comfortable managing estate files from opening through distribution.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and file probate and estate administration documents
• Draft probate petitions, inventories, certifications, accountings, and routine court filings under attorney supervision
• Assist with estate administration, including tracking assets, coordinating valuations, and monitoring distributions
• Communicate with clients, beneficiaries, courts, financial institutions, and other professionals with professionalism and empathy
• Manage case files, deadlines, calendars, and court-related schedules
• Maintain electronic and physical files in accordance with firm procedures
• Support attorneys with correspondence, document review, and case management tasks
• Perform general administrative and clerical duties as needed

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a paralegal, preferably in probate, estate administration, or trusts & estates
• Familiarity with Pennsylvania probate procedures and court filing requirements preferred
• Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines simultaneously
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal practice management software
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion

Education & Certification

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Paralegal certificate is a plus, but not required

Personal Attributes

• Professional, dependable, and proactive
• Compassionate and patient when working with clients and families during difficult times
• Strong problem-solving and time-management skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a small firm environment

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About Us:

Carpenter, McCadden & Lane, LLP is a regional defense law firm serving employers, insurance carriers, and third-party administrators in workers' compensation litigation in Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and New Jersey. Workers' compensation is an administrative law practice that allows newly admitted attorneys to gain experience in the courtroom early in their careers. With offices conveniently located in the suburbs of Pittsburgh and Philadelphia, CML has been defending clients for over 20 years. 

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly motivated attorney to join our workers' compensation defense team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to launch their legal career in a fast-paced litigation practice area or for an experienced attorney seeking career advancement. As a workers' compensation defense attorney, you will have ample opportunities to interface with clients directly, both through active litigation of cases and through educational programs.

Responsibilities:

- Conduct legal research and analysis related to workers' compensation laws and regulations

- Assist senior attorneys in preparing legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and briefs

- Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and medical experts

- Attend hearings, depositions, and mediations both virtually and in-person

- Collaborate with team members to develop case strategies and tactics

- Maintain accurate and organized case files and documentation

- Stay up to date on developments in workers' compensation law

Qualifications:

- Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school

- Expected Admission to the state (PA, WV, or NJ) bar

- Strong academic record

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills

- Attention to detail and strong analytical skills

- Commitment to professionalism and client service

Benefits:

- Competitive salary commensurate with experience

- Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, and paid time off (retirement plan contributions after one year)

- Opportunities for professional development and advancement in the areas of client development, leadership, and independent case management

- Mentorship from experienced attorneys

Questions:

Please feel free to submit any questions via email to  .

Carpenter, McCadden & Lane, LLP is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds.

Join our team and embark on a fulfilling legal career in workers' compensation defense!

Company Description

McKenna Snyder LLC is seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant/Paralegal to provide comprehensive administrative and some paralegal support to the Firm's Managing Partner. The ideal candidate will maintain positive working relationships with attorneys, support staff and clients and observe confidentiality of client and firm matters. Additionally, the candidate must be proficient in Outlook, Word, and Excel. Legal experience of 5-7+ years is preferred.

The Legal Administrative Assistant will play a pivotal role in supporting the attorneys with daily operations and legal practice support. This individual must demonstrate exceptional organizational skills, attention to details, the ability to handle confidential information with discretion, and a proactive approach to managing complex schedules and projects. A strong background in providing executive-level support within the legal services industry is necessary.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role for a Legal Administrative Assistant based in Exton, PA. The Legal Administrative Assistant will assist with legal documentation preparation, organize and maintain legal files, manage schedules, and provide general administrative support. This role involves working closely with attorneys and legal staff to ensure seamless operations and compliance with legal standards.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of legal principles, legal document preparation, and prior experience in a legal setting
• Strong proficiency in administrative assistance and organizational skills to manage schedules, files, and complex tasks efficiently
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, for correspondence and collaboration with clients and legal professionals
• Attention to detail and the ability to manage confidential information with discretion
• Prior experience in a law firm or legal environment is a plus
• Proficiency in office software applications and document management systems

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Exton, PA 19341: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Microsoft Office: 3 years (Preferred)
• legal: 5 years (Preferred)

Stradley Ronon Stevens & Young, LLP is a national, full-service law firm founded in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, with marquee practices in investment management, litigation, and business. We are committed to smart growth, innovative thinking, excellence and integrity. With 225 attorneys and 180 business professionals, we proudly serve a diverse base of household-name clients, many of whom help shape the world of financial services and products, working together to produce achievements greater than the sum of our parts.

Stradley Ronon Stevens & Young, LLP, is seeking to hire a Trusts & Estates Paralegal to be based out of our Malvern office. Our ideal candidate will have strong organizational, communication and analytical skills, excellent attention to detail, a client service orientation, and a proactive "can do" attitude.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Independently administer complex estates and trusts;
• Identify and marshal estate assets, and perform other probate functions required to administer estates through final settlement;
• Maintain financial records for use in preparing tax returns and fiduciary accountings;
• Assist with the preparation, review, and filing of fiduciary income tax, inheritance, and estate tax returns;
• Prepare fiduciary accountings for estates and trusts;
• Prepare various projections and calculations used for financial, tax, and estate planning purposes; and
• Prepare Receipt and Release Agreements, Schedules of Distribution, and related documentation, for informal settlement of estates and trusts.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and paralegal certificate preferred;
• A minimum of 5 years of experience as a Trusts & Estates Paralegal;
• Strong accounting background;
• Experience with accounting and tax preparation software, such as GEMs, Zane, or ProSystem fx; and
• Able to communicate effectively in writing and orally.

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