Estate Planning and Tax Associate Attorney

Orion Placement; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA/FSA

Life insurance

Job summary

Confidential Employer in Cincinnati, OH seeks an attorney with 2+ years in estate planning or tax law. An active Ohio bar license and a JD from an ABA-approved school are required.

The role offers on-site work, a challenging client base, and opportunities to grow in a collaborative, high-caliber practice. You will advise families on comprehensive strategies, draft wills and trusts, oversee probate matters, and counsel on related taxes.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of estate planning and/or tax law experience.
• Active Ohio bar license in good standing.
• JD from an ABA-approved law school.
• Experience with wills, trusts, probate and related taxes.

Responsibilities

• Advise individuals and families on estate planning strategies and wealth transfer.
• Draft and review wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and related documents.
• Handle probate and estate administration from planning to resolution.
• Counsel clients on fiduciary, estate, gift, and generation-skipping transfer taxes.
• Collaborate with experienced attorneys on sophisticated matters.
• Develop strong client relationships and practical legal guidance.
• Manage matters independently while coordinating with support staff.

Skills

Estate planning

Tax law

Client communication

Education

JD from ABA-approved law school

Job description

Pay: $110,000.00 - $135,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join an established, respected law firm with a long-standing presence in the region.
• Work directly with experienced attorneys and gain meaningful exposure to sophisticated estate planning and tax matters.
• Build and deepen your own practice while working in a collaborative, client-focused environment.
• Handle a diverse mix of estate planning, probate, fiduciary, estate, gift, and generation-skipping transfer tax matters.
• Enjoy a strong benefits package including 401(k) matching, health insurance, paid time off, parental leave, dental, vision, HSA/FSA, and life insurance.

Location: This is a fully on-site opportunity in Cincinnati, Ohio, Monday through Friday. This role is not available as a hybrid or remote position.

Note: An active Ohio bar license in good standing and 2+ years of directly relevant estate planning and/or tax law experience are required. Candidates should also have a JD from an ABA-approved law school.

About Us

We are a strategically sized law firm with a strong reputation for delivering practical, forward-thinking legal solutions to individuals and businesses. Our team values collaboration, professional growth, strong client relationships, and creating an environment where attorneys can build meaningful, lasting careers. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Advise individuals and families on comprehensive estate planning strategies and wealth transfer matters.
• Draft and review wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and other estate planning documents.
• Handle probate and estate administration matters from planning through resolution.
• Counsel clients regarding individual, fiduciary, estate, gift, and generation-skipping transfer taxes.
• Work closely with experienced attorneys on sophisticated estate planning and tax matters.
• Develop strong, trusted relationships with clients while providing practical legal guidance.
• Manage assigned matters independently while collaborating with attorneys and support professionals.
• Contribute to a growing practice and develop your own professional expertise and client base.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of estate planning and/or tax law experience.
• Active Ohio bar license in good standing.
• JD from an ABA-approved law school.
• Experience with wills, trusts, powers of attorney, probate, and estate matters.
• Knowledge of individual, fiduciary, estate, gift, and generation-skipping transfer taxes.
• Strong written, verbal, analytical, and client communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively as part of a team.
• Strong academic credentials preferred.

Why You Will Love Working Here

You'll have the opportunity to work alongside experienced attorneys while taking ownership of meaningful client matters and building your long-term practice. Our collaborative, respectful culture supports professional development, substantive legal experience, and the chance to make a real impact for clients and their families.

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Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance