Trusts & Estates Staff Attorney (2-10 Years Experience) (Multiple Locations) - Minneapolis, MN

Fredrikson & Byron, P.A.; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 115,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Parental leave

401(k) plan

Profit sharing

Job summary

Fredrikson & Byron, P.A. in Minneapolis or Fargo seeks a Trusts and Estates Administration Staff Attorney to manage complex trust and estate administration, supervise a team, and coordinate with trustees, accountants, and advisors.

Ideal candidate has 2–10 years in estate planning/administration, a J.D. from an ABA-accredited school, bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction (Minnesota or North Dakota), strong organization, attention to detail, and leadership ability.

Qualifications

• 2 to 10 years of estate planning and administration experience.
• Strong organization skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to supervise and lead a team of other trusts and estates administration specialists.
• Strong academic background.
• J.D. from an ABA-Accredited Law School.
• Active attorney license in at least one U.S. jurisdiction and ability to promptly get admitted in Minnesota or North Dakota.

Responsibilities

• Manage administration and management of complex and high value trusts and estates.
• Lead probate and trust administration processes.
• Prepare and supervise others in preparing tax returns and accountings.
• Work collaboratively with trustees, outside accountants, financial advisors, and other professionals.
• Track and assist in preparing annual notices and payments; supervise a team with similar tasks.

Skills

Strong organization

Attention to detail

Team leadership

Education

J.D. from ABA-Accredited Law School

Bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction

Job description

Who We Are

Fredrikson & Byron is the premier Midwest-based law firm working collaboratively to help businesses achieve their goals regionally, nationally, and globally.

Overview

We are seeking a Trusts and Estates Administration Staff Attorney to join our well-regarded and growing Trusts and Estates team in our Minneapolis or Fargo office. Our clients consist of high net-worth individuals and families, along with their closely-held businesses, trusts and foundations. A successful candidate will have the ability and skill set to comfortably manage the administration and management of complex and high value trusts and estates, as well build out a trust administration practice. This position will require the candidate to prepare and supervise others in preparing tax returns and accountings; work collaboratively with trustees (corporate and familial), outside accountants, financial advisors, and other professionals; lead the probate and trust administration process; track and assist in preparing annual notices and payments; and supervise a team with similar tasks.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• 2 to 10 years of estate planning and administration experience
• Strong organization skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to supervise and lead a team of other trusts and estates administration specialists
• Strong academic background
• J.D. from an ABA-Accredited Law School
• Active attorney license in at least one U.S. jurisdiction and ability to promptly get admitted in the state of Minnesota or North Dakota

Our Benefits

Our comprehensive benefits options include medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, short-and long-term disability, employee resource benefits (inclusive of counseling, coaching, and care-giving guidance), paid-parental leave, parenting classes, pre-tax parking and transportation options, and much more! Our retirement plan includes financial planning, Social Security/Medicare planning, 401k/Roth investment options, and a firm-paid profit-sharing contribution. Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms and conditions.
The salary range for this position varies by geographical market. In Minneapolis, the estimated starting annual pay range is $115,000 - $200,000. The compensation offered will be dependent on the candidate’s experience, skills, education, professional background, overall qualifications, geographic market location, and hours worked.

About Fredrikson

Fredrikson & Byron is a leading Midwest law firm working collaboratively to help businesses achieve their goals regionally, nationally and globally. With a reputation as the firm "where law and business meet," our attorneys bring business acumen and entrepreneurial thinking to work with clients and operate as business advisors and strategic partners as well as legal counselors. To best serve our clients, we provide innovative solutions to legal needs while reflecting inclusion and diversity as core values. We offer highly competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits in a collaborative work environment. The firm’s 425 attorneys serve clients from offices in Minnesota, Iowa, North Dakota, Wisconsin, Mexico and China. Learn more at fredlaw.com or LinkedIn.

Fredrikson is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Fredrikson does not discriminate in its recruiting, hiring or employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, ancestry, marital status, familial status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military or veteran status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, and any other characteristics protected by applicable local, state, and/or federal laws.