Senior Trusts & Estates Tax Specialist

Husch Blackwell; Kansas City (MO); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

Husch Blackwell LLP is seeking a Senior Trusts & Estates Tax Professional to handle a full range of estate administration matters, fund irrevocable trusts, prepare probate-related filings, and manage client cases. The role requires extensive knowledge of estate and fiduciary tax issues and strong client service skills.

The position may be based in St. Louis, MO or Phoenix, AZ, with preference for either location.

Qualifications

• Required: strong communication and organizational skills.
• Experience in trusts & estates or fiduciary tax matters preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys in administering estates and trusts.
• Prepare estate and fiduciary tax returns.
• Maintain trust accounting and financial records.
• Draft probate pleadings and filings.
• Interact with clients and advisors with professionalism and accuracy.
• Meet annual billable hour target of 1600 hours.
• Organize and manage case files; supervise others as needed.

Skills

Excellent communication

Time management

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

Education

Two-year degree

Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal Certificate

Job description

Husch Blackwell LLP is seeking a Senior Trusts & Estates Tax Professional to handle a full range of estate administration matters, fund irrevocable trusts, prepare probate-related filings, and manage client cases. The role requires extensive knowledge of estate and fiduciary tax issues and strong client service skills.

The position may be based in St. Louis, MO or Phoenix, AZ, with preference for either location.