Trust and Estate Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious law firm is seeking a highly skilled Trust and Estate Attorney to join its team in Bethesda, Maryland. The role offers an opportunity to provide comprehensive legal counsel in estate planning, trust administration, and probate law, while supporting career growth in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Annual bonuses based on performance

12 weeks of paid parental leave

Health, vision, and dental benefits

Flexible work environment

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in estate planning, trust administration, and probate law.
• Active member of the Maryland Bar in good standing.
• Strong academic performance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft estate planning documents including wills and trust agreements.
• Administer trusts and estates while ensuring compliance.
• Advise clients on estate planning strategies.

Skills

Expertise in estate planning

Trust administration

Probate law

Strong drafting skills

Research skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time-management skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Job Overview:
A prestigious law firm is seeking a highly skilled Trust and Estate Attorney to join its growing Trust and Estate practice group. This position offers the opportunity to work with an established team, providing comprehensive legal counsel in estate planning, trust administration, probate law, and tax planning. The ideal candidate will have 5-7 years of experience and a strong background in these areas, with the potential for career growth in a collaborative, dynamic environment.

Location:

Bethesda, Maryland

Duties:

Draft estate planning documents, including wills, trust agreements, powers of attorney, advance medical directives, deeds, etc.

Supervise the preparation of probate filings such as petitions for probate, inventories, accounts, inheritance tax returns, and petitions for assorted relief.

Administer trusts and estates, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and decedent wishes.

Oversee trust administration duties, including preparation of accountings, Crummey Notices, and estate tax returns.

Correspond with clients, financial institutions, insurance companies, and government agencies regarding estate matters.

Advise clients on estate planning strategies, including wealth transfer, charitable giving, and tax planning.

Draft and review legal documents related to estate planning and administration.

Collaborate with financial advisors, accountants, and other professionals to develop comprehensive estate plans.

Stay updated on changes in estate and tax laws to provide current advice to clients.

Requirements:

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA-accredited law school with strong academic performance.

Active member of the Maryland Bar in good standing. Membership in Virginia and/or D.C. Bar is a plus.

5-7 years of experience in estate planning, trust administration, and probate law.

Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat.

Strong analytical, writing, and research skills.

Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.

Excellent interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Ability to handle multiple matters simultaneously and meet deadlines.

Flexibility to learn new systems, processes, and software applications.

Education:

Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications:

Active member of the Maryland Bar (in good standing).

Membership in the Virginia and/or D.C. Bar is a plus.

Advanced degree (LL.M.) or professional certification in estate planning is preferred.

Skills:

Expertise in estate planning, trust administration, and probate law.

Knowledge of tax planning and implications related to estates and trusts.

Strong drafting, research, and writing skills.

Client-focused with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to collaborate with other professionals, including financial advisors and accountants.

Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Ability to adapt to new systems and technologies.

Annual bonuses based on firm and individual performance.

12 weeks of paid parental leave.

Health, vision, and dental benefits for employees and their families.

Flexible work environment, with remote work encouraged.

Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
1629 K ST NW, Suite 300
Washington
District of Columbia
United States 20006
Phone : [phone]
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