Trusts and Estates Associate Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability coverage

401k with match

Remote work flexibility

Holidays

Wellness program

Employee assistance program

Professional development

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a Trusts and Estates Associate Attorney for our client in Grand Rapids, MI. The ideal candidate will have 2–5 years of experience in estate planning, trust and estate settlement, and related tax matters.

Qualified candidates must have excellent research, writing, and communication skills and be licensed or willing to become licensed to practice law in Michigan.

Qualifications

• Two to five years of estate planning, trust and estate settlement experience.
• Experience with tax and corporate matters related to estates.
• Strong research and writing skills and the ability to communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive estate plans tailored to client needs.
• Advise on tax implications and strategies to minimize taxes.
• Manage probate processes and asset distributions.
• Administer trusts in compliance with laws and agreements.

Skills

Estate planning

Wealth transfer strategies

High-net-worth advisory

Business development

Education

Juris Doctor degree

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Trusts and Estates Associate Attorney to join their practice in Grand Rapids, MI. The ideal candidate will have two to five years of experience in estate planning, trust and estate settlement, and related tax and corporate matters. Candidates must possess excellent research, writing, and communication skills and be licensed or willing to become licensed to practice law in Michigan.

Duties

• Develop comprehensive estate plans tailored to clients' specific needs and goals.
• Advise clients on tax implications of estate planning and strategies to minimize tax liabilities.
• Handle the probate process, including court proceedings and asset distribution.
• Manage and administer trusts in compliance with applicable laws and agreements.

Requirements

• Strong foundation in estate planning, tax law, probate law, and trust law.
• Excellent communication skills to explain complex legal concepts clearly.
• Ability to actively listen to client concerns and provide practical legal advice.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for complex financial and legal situations.
• Precision in drafting legal documents that comply with applicable laws.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.

Education

• Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• Licensed or willing to become licensed to practice law in Michigan.

Skills

• Experience advising high-net-worth individuals on estate planning and wealth transfer strategies.
• Experience with sophisticated estate and gift tax planning techniques.
• Interest in building a book of business.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Firm-provided life insurance and disability coverage.
• 401k with employer contribution or match.
• Firm holidays and remote work flexibility.
• Wellness program and employee assistance program.
• Professional development opportunities.