Attorney - Estate Planning

Bodman Law Firm; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Bodman Law Firm in Detroit, MI seeks an experienced attorney specializing in estate, tax and business planning matters to join our Detroit, Troy, Ann Arbor or Grand Rapids office.

Qualified candidates will have at least five years of experience, a JD and admission to the Michigan state bar. The role emphasizes high-quality legal work, superior client service and collaboration with colleagues and advisors.

Qualifications

• At least five years of legal experience in estate planning.
• Experience with revocable/irrevocable trusts, wills, and powers of attorney.
• Ability to advise on estate, gift, and income tax matters.

Responsibilities

• Prepare estate planning documents and related agreements.
• Handle estate and trust administration work.
• Provide client advice and coordinate with professional advisors.
• Develop client relationships and manage large projects.

Skills

Estate planning

Tax planning

Corporate matters

Legal research

Client relations

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Michigan Bar Admission

Job description

Attorney - Estate Planning

Department: Attorney

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Detroit, MI

Description

We are seeking an experienced attorney in all aspects of estate, tax and business planning matters to work in Bodman’s Detroit, Troy, Ann Arbor or Grand Rapids office.

We welcome candidates that embrace a commitment to the highest quality legal work, superior client service and strong work ethic. We are proud of our work and expect attorneys who join us will share that same pride.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Preparing estate planning documents, including revocable trusts, wills, powers of attorney, irrevocable trusts (GST/Dynasty trusts/GRATs/QPRTs, etc.), as well as prenuptial agreements.
• Handling estate and trust administration work.
• Conducting legal research and advising clients regarding estate, gift, and income tax matters.
• Advising clients regarding corporate matters and preparing formation and governance documents, including operating agreements and buy-sell agreements.
• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with new and existing clients and professional advisors.
• Managing multiple large projects with significant client interaction and exceptional communication.
• Ability to prioritize and organize numerous tasks to complete them efficiently.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Qualified candidates will have at least five years of legal experience.

Juris Doctor degree and admission to the Michigan state bar are required.