Barnes & Thornburg
Private Client Services Associate
Indianapolis · Full-time · Posted Oct 13, 2026
- Experience
- Open to licensed attorneys at all experience levels, from junior through senior associates; relevant experience is preferred but not required for junior candidates. Current law students, including 3Ls, are ineligible.
- Education
- J.D. from an accredited law school; the posting does not state an equivalent-experience alternative.
About the job
Advise private clients on estate planning, trust and estate administration, wealth transfer, and related tax matters at the firm’s Indianapolis office.
What you'll do
- Develop estate planning and wealth-transfer strategies; draft wills, trusts, and related documents.
- Assist with probate, trust and estate administration, tax filings, audits, and legal research.
- Meet with clients and collaborate with colleagues on business succession, family governance, and tax planning.
What they ask for
- J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
- Indiana bar admission or eligibility to obtain admission promptly after hire.
- Strong drafting, analytical, communication, client counseling, and judgment skills.
- Ability to collaborate and deliver high-quality work while meeting deadlines.
Nice to have
- Relevant experience or demonstrated interest in estate planning, tax, private wealth, or related areas; not required for junior candidates.
- Experience working with high-net-worth individuals, families, fiduciaries, executives, or closely held business owners.
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