Estate Planning/Administration Attorney

NACBA; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Lerch, Early & Brewer, a prominent Bethesda law firm, is seeking an associate attorney for their Estates and Trusts practice. The ideal candidate will have experience in estate planning, client management, and be licensed or willing to become licensed in Maryland. The firm offers a collaborative work environment and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Health and Dental Insurance

Paid Holidays

Vacation and Sick Leave

401(k)

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in estate planning and administering estates.
• Licensed to practice law in Maryland or willing to waive in.
• Ability to prepare fiduciary accountings and tax returns.

Responsibilities

• Administer probate estates in Maryland, D.C., and Virginia.
• Prepare fiduciary accountings and tax returns.
• Perform complex tax research regarding estate and gift taxes.

Skills

Client Relationship Skills

Complex Tax Research

Education

LL.M. in Taxation

Job description

Estate Planning/Administration Attorney

Lerch, Early & Brewer, a full-service Bethesda law firm seeks an associate attorney to work in our Estates and Trusts practice.

Job Requirements:

• Prefer three years of experience in estate planning and administering estates in Maryland, the District of Columbia or Virginia;
• Ability to administer probate estates in Maryland, the District of Columbia and/or Virginia;
• Ability to prepare fiduciary accountings;
• Ability to prepare estate, gift and fiduciary income tax returns;
• Ability to perform complex tax research projects regarding income tax and estate and gift tax;
• Demonstrated client relationship skills;
• Licensed to practice law in Maryland or willing to waive into Maryland; and
• Preferred LL.M. in Taxation or enrolled in LL.M. program.

In addition, candidates must demonstrate high standards of professional excellence, a commitment to outstanding client satisfaction, ability to work well with others, and a strong work ethic.

For additional information about our Estates and Trusts practice at Lerch, Early & Brewer, refer to the following web link:

https://www.lerchearly.com/services/estates-trusts/

Benefits:

Lerch, Early & Brewer offers excellent benefits including health and dental insurance, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave and 401(k). The firm is conveniently located near the Bethesda Metro.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and hire attorneys and staff with a broad variety of backgrounds and capabilities.

Help Us Learn About You:

The best applicants provide a cover letter telling us about your interest in a career as an Estate Planning/Probate Attorney and your interest in working at Lerch, Early & Brewer. We'd love to learn about you, so please share information you think distinguishes you from other candidates.

Application Instructions:

All applicants should apply directly on LinkedIn with a cover letter and resume attached OR send an updated resume and a cover letter to: [e-mail]. Please indicate in your cover letter that you are applying for the Estate Administration/Probate Attorney position.