Estate Planning & Tax Associate Attorney

Orion Placement; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Dental

Vision

HSA/FSA

Life insurance

Job summary

Orion Placement in Cincinnati, OH, is seeking a dedicated attorney to join a respected estate planning and tax practice. This on-site role offers exposure to sophisticated matters and opportunities to build your own client relationships.

You will advise individuals and families on wealth transfer, draft wills and trusts, handle probate, and counsel on estate and generation-skipping transfer taxes, working closely with experienced attorneys to grow a lasting practice.

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Estate planning

Tax law

Wills & trusts drafting

Client communication

Legal research

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Active Ohio Bar License

Job description

• 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.