Trusts and Estates Associate Attorney

2-9 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm in Stamford, CT, is actively seeking a Trusts and Estates Associate Attorney with 4-6 years of demonstrated experience in estate planning and estate and trust administration. Ideal candidates will possess knowledge of relevant state and federal tax laws and experience in charitable giving, retirement asset planning, and tax-efficient family wealth transfer strategies. Excellent technical, professional, and client service skills, along with strong written and verbal communication and advocacy skills, are essential. The firm prefers candidates who are team-oriented with an emphasis on collaboration. Connecticut Bar admission in good standing is required, and admission to the bars of New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Florida, or Rhode Island is a plus.

Job Details:

• Demonstrate experience in estate planning and estate and trust administration.
• Knowledge of relevant state and federal tax laws.
• Experience with charitable giving, retirement asset planning, and tax-efficient family wealth transfer strategies is a plus.
• Excellent technical, professional, and client service skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication and advocacy skills.
• Team-oriented with an emphasis on collaboration.

Requirements:

• 4-6 years of demonstrated experience in estate planning and estate and trust administration.
• Connecticut Bar admission in good standing, or willingness to become admitted.
• Admission to the bars of New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Florida, or Rhode Island is a plus.

Education:

Juris Doctor (.) degree from an accredited law school.

Skills:

• Knowledge of state and federal tax laws.
• Experience in charitable giving, retirement asset planning, and tax-efficient wealth transfer.
• Excellent technical, professional, and client service skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication and advocacy skills.
• Collaborative and team-oriented approach.

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