Trusts and Estates Staff Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Coverage

401k with match

Paid Time Off

Remote Work Flexibility

Wellness Program

Employee Assistance Program

Professional Development

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Grand Rapids, Michigan seeks a Trusts and Estates Staff Attorney to join their Estate Planning Practice Group. You will work with a team of experienced attorneys and paralegals, advising clients on complex estate planning, trust administration, and probate litigation.

The role emphasizes collaboration, attention to detail, and drafting of estate planning documents, with opportunities for professional development and occasional remote work flexibility.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in estate planning is strongly preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word.
• Experience with document automation software, such as HotDocs.
• Entry-level coding or scripting experience is a plus.
• Detail-oriented with excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of estate planning documents.
• Support the estate settlement process.
• Prepare fiduciary accountings.
• Manage and assemble estate planning forms.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Microsoft Word

HotDocs

Job description

Job OverviewA law firm seeks a Trusts and Estates Staff Attorney to join their Estate Planning Practice Group in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The successful candidate will work with a team of experienced attorneys and paralegals, advising clients on complex estate planning, trust administration, and probate litigation.

Duties

• Assist with the preparation of estate planning documents.
• Support the estate settlement process.
• Prepare fiduciary accountings.
• Manage and assemble estate planning forms.

Requirements

• Prior experience in estate planning is strongly preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word.
• Experience with document automation software, such as HotDocs.
• Entry-level coding or scripting experience is a plus.
• Detail-oriented with excellent communication and organizational skills.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in Michigan.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Firm-provided life insurance and disability coverage.
• 401k with employer contribution or match.
• Generous PTO and leave policies.
• Remote work flexibility.
• Wellness program.
• Employee assistance program.
• Professional development opportunities.