Partner or Senior Associate - Trusts & Estates
Saint Louis
Partner or Senior Associate -- Trusts \& Estates (St. Louis) - small book of business preferred, succession plan options - ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ### About the Firm For over five decades, this well-established St. Louis law firm has built a reputation for excellence, integrity, and trusted client advocacy. The firm maintains a broad practice with particular strength in litigation, arbitration, appellate work, and business counseling. Its attorneys represent a diverse client base, including individuals, families, businesses, public entities, and educational institutions. The firm's lawyers are regularly recognized by leading legal publications and professional organizations. With a strong history of results, collegial culture, and commitment to the community, the firm offers an environment where attorneys can build thriving, sustainable practices while maintaining balance and autonomy. *** ** * ** *** ### The Opportunity The firm is seeking an **experienced Estates \& Trusts attorney** --- ideally at the **Partner or Senior Associate level** --- to join its growing team. This is a unique opportunity to step into an established platform with **significant existing client relationships** and a **succession pathway** as a senior partner transitions toward retirement. The incoming attorney will have access to a large, active book of estates and trusts business and will have the opportunity to **develop their own client base** while learning from a highly respected practitioner in the field. Candidates may join at either: * **Partner level** -- with an existing (even modest) portable book of business and the ability to assume and grow a significant client portfolio. * **Senior Associate level** -- with strong technical experience and business development potential. Associates receive a base salary plus one-third of the revenue from client matters they originate. *** ** * ** *** ### Compensation \& Structure **For Partners:** * **Collections \& Origination** * Full credit (less overhead) on own matters. * Shared participation on cross-partner matters. * Full credit (less overhead) on associate/paralegal work brought in by the partner. * **Overhead** * A portion of collections is withheld during the year, with year-end reconciliation. * Effective overhead historically averages 27--32%. * Partners share proportionate responsibility for associate/paralegal salaries based on use. * **Retirement \& Profit-Sharing** * Firm-funded profit-sharing contributions (historically around 9--10%). * 401(k) options available for additional contributions, subject to IRS limits. * **Team Flexibility** * Partners may hire or work with associates/paralegals, retaining collections (less overhead) while managing related costs. **For Senior Associates:** * Competitive salary (based on experience). * Additional compensation: 1/3 of revenue from client-originated business. * Potential pathway to partnership as practice and client base develop. *** ** * ** *** ### Ideal Candidate * **Experience:** 8--15 years of legal practice with a focus on estates, trusts, and related planning. * **Book of Business:** For partner-level candidates, approximately $250k--$500k+ in portable clients preferred. * **Mindset:** Entrepreneurial, client-centered, and motivated to build long-term relationships. * **Succession Interest:** Excited by the opportunity to assume and expand an established book of business as a senior partner transitions. *** ** * ** *** ### Why This Platform? * Strong, respected local reputation and multigenerational client relationships. * Built-in succession opportunity with an established book of Estates \& Trusts work. * Transparent compensation and profit-sharing. * Independent, collegial culture free from large-firm bureaucracy. * Supportive structure designed to promote partner-level autonomy and sustainable success. *** ** * ** *** ### **To Apply:** Qualified candidates are invited to submit a confidential résumé and brief summary of their current practice or book of business. All inquiries will be kept strictly confidential. 📧 **shannon.flower@gogpac.com** 📱 **986-999-4419**
