US Lawyer (iWills & iWaqf)

US Lawyer for iWill to lead legal development and establishment of Wahed's US private client offering, focusing on Wills, probate, trusts, estate administration, tax planning, and Islamic legacy planning.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor degree and active licence to practise law in at least one US state.
• Membership in relevant trusts and estates professional bodies, Bar sections, or estate planning councils.
• Strong experience in Wills, estate planning, probate, estate administration, trusts, and private client advisory.
• Good understanding of US estate tax, gift tax, trust structures, inheritance planning, and succession matters.
• Strong legal drafting skills, including experience preparing Wills, trusts, powers of attorney, healthcare directives, probate documents, and estate planning materials.
• Ability to work in an early-stage, build-from-scratch environment with a high level of ownership.
• Strong commercial judgement with the ability to translate legal analysis into practical business recommendations.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal concepts clearly to clients, non-lawyers, and internal stakeholders.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritise, execute, and manage ambiguity in a fast-moving environment.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with leadership, product, compliance, operations, marketing, and external advisers.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401k Matching
• Retirement Plan
• Visa Sponsorship
• Four Day Work Week
• Generous Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Relocation Assistance

Originally posted on Himalayas