Senior Trusts & Estates Attorney – Private Client

100KCrossing; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Warner Norcross + Judd seeks an experienced attorney to join its Trusts + Estates Practice Group in West Michigan offices (Grand Rapids, Holland, or Kalamazoo). A portable book of business is not required.

You will work with over 30 attorneys and paralegals on complex estate planning, trust administration, and probate matters. The candidate should hold a JD from an ABA-accredited school, be licensed in Michigan, and have 10+ years of related experience, with strong drafting, communication, and

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in Michigan.
• 10+ years of experience in estate planning, trust/estate settlement, and related tax matters.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive estate plans tailored to clients' needs.
• Advise on tax implications of estate planning and minimize taxes.
• Handle probate processes including court proceedings and asset distribution.
• Manage and administer trusts ensuring compliance with laws and trust agreements.
• Pursue business development opportunities with prospective clients.

Skills

Estate planning

Trusts & estates

Tax law

Client communication

Education

Juris Doctor

Michigan bar admission

Job description

Warner Norcross + Judd seeks an experienced attorney to join its Trusts + Estates Practice Group in West Michigan offices (Grand Rapids, Holland, or Kalamazoo). A portable book of business is not required.

You will work with over 30 attorneys and paralegals on complex estate planning, trust administration, and probate matters. The candidate should hold a JD from an ABA-accredited school, be licensed in Michigan, and have 10+ years of related experience, with strong drafting, communication, and