Associate

WV Bar; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

WV Bar in Charleston, West Virginia seeks a Tax / Trusts & Estates Associate with 5 years of experience to join our established team. You will work on sophisticated tax and estate planning matters, build meaningful client relationships, and develop a strong foundation for a long-term practice in tax, estate planning, trusts and estate administration.

We welcome attorneys with strong research and writing skills who are eager to learn across related practice areas, and you will have opportunities

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• 5 years of legal experience.
• Admission to the West Virginia Bar, or eligibility for admission.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• You will work closely with experienced attorneys on matters involving federal and state tax.
• Assist with estate planning and wealth-transfer planning.
• Prepare, review, and revise wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and other estate documents.
• Contribute to estate and trust administration and related matters.
• Engage in tax planning and analysis and in estates and trusts litigation.
• Research and analyze complex legal and tax issues and communicate findings.
• Directly communicate with clients and other professional advisors.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Organization

Client service

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Tax / Trusts & Estates Associate

Charleston, West Virginia

Build Your Practice. Work Directly With Clients. Grow With an Established Team.

Our Charleston office is seeking a Tax / Trusts & Estates Associate with 5 years of experience to join our practice.

This is an opportunity for an attorney who wants to do more than simply work behind the scenes. You will have the opportunity to work on sophisticated tax and estate planning matters, develop meaningful client relationships, and build a strong foundation for a long-term practice in tax, estate planning, trusts and estate administration.

We recognize that the strongest candidate may not have practiced exclusively in Tax / Trusts & Estates. If you are a talented attorney with strong research and writing skills, sound judgment, and a genuine interest in developing expertise in this area, we want to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

You will work closely with experienced attorneys and have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in matters involving:

• Federal and state tax matters
• Estate planning and wealth-transfer planning
• Wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and other estate planning documents
• Estate and trust administration
• Federal estate and gift tax matters
• Tax planning and analysis
• Estates and Trusts litigation
• Business succession and related planning
• Research and analysis of complex legal and tax issues
• Preparation, review, and revision of legal documents
• Direct communication with clients and other professional advisors, including accountants and financial professionals

As you develop, you will be given increasing responsibility and the opportunity to take ownership of matters and build your knowledge and client relationships.

What We’re Looking For

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• 5 years of legal experience
• Admission to the West Virginia Bar, or eligibility for admission
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A commitment to providing excellent client service
• A genuine interest in developing a practice in Tax / Trusts & Estates

Prior Tax / Trusts & Estates experience is not required. We are interested in attorneys with strong fundamental legal skills and the ability and desire to learn. Experience in estate planning, trusts and estates, tax, accounting, corporate law, real estate, or another related practice area is welcome, but we will consider candidates from a variety of legal backgrounds.

Why This Opportunity?

A specialized practice is something you build over time. We provide the opportunity to develop that practice alongside experienced attorneys who can provide guidance while allowing you to take on meaningful responsibility.

You will have the opportunity to:

• Develop a specialized practice with long-term career potential
• Work directly with clients and professional advisors
• Gain experience with sophisticated estate planning and tax matters
• Receive mentorship and practical training from experienced attorneys
• Take on increasing responsibility as your experience develops
• Work collaboratively in an established and respected law firm environment
• Build relationships and expertise that can serve as the foundation for a successful legal career

If you are an attorney who is curious, motivated, detail-oriented, and interested in building a career in Tax / Trusts & Estates, we would like to hear from you.