Associate Attorney Trusts amp Estates

BCG Attorney Search; Florida; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious law firm seeks an experienced Associate Attorney to join its trusts and estates practice in Palm Beach, Florida. The position requires expertise in estate planning and tax strategy, offering a dynamic environment to work on complex legal matters while collaborating with a team of experienced attorneys. Ideal candidates should hold a Juris Doctor degree and possess 4-8 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree from an ABA-accredited law school required.
• Active member in good standing with the Florida Bar.
• 4-8 years of experience in estate planning, tax law, and trust and estate administration.

Responsibilities

• Draft and prepare estate planning documents.
• Administer estates and trusts, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Prepare fiduciary and gift tax returns.

Skills

Estate planning and trust administration expertise

Legal research and tax law analysis

Contract and legal document drafting

Client advisory and strategic planning

Attention to detail and case management proficiency

Education

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

LL.M. in Taxation or Estate Planning preferred

Job description

A law firm seeks an experienced Associate Attorney to join its trusts and estates practice in Palm Beach, Florida. This position is ideal for a legal professional with a strong background in estate planning, tax strategy, and trust and estate administration. The firm offers a dynamic and fast-paced environment, providing the opportunity to work on complex legal matters while collaborating with a team of experienced attorneys.

Duties

• Draft and prepare estate planning documents.
• Administer estates and trusts, ensuring compliance with legal and financial regulations.
• Prepare fiduciary and gift tax returns.
• Conduct legal research on income, estate, and gift tax issues.
• Oversee residential real estate closings as needed.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active member in good standing with the Florida Bar.
• 4–8 years of experience in estate planning, tax law, and trust and estate administration.
• Experience handling residential real estate closings is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• LL.M. in Taxation or Estate Planning preferred.

Skills

• Estate planning and trust administration expertise.
• Legal research and tax law analysis.
• Contract and legal document drafting.
• Client advisory and strategic planning.
• Attention to detail and case management proficiency.

Work Setting

Full-time, in-person position based in Palm Beach, Florida.

This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney looking to grow within a well-established trusts and estates practice while working on sophisticated legal matters.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
801 Brickell Avenue, Suite 900
Miami, Florida 33131
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