Trusts And Estates Attorney

1-5 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm is seeking a Trusts And Estates Attorney for their Indianapolis, IN office. This role entails working with the Trusts & Estates team on various matters including estate planning, estate and trust administration, business succession planning, and charitable planning. The successful candidate will have opportunities for advancement in a collegial environment and receive training with increasing levels of responsibility. They will collaborate with talented attorneys across practice groups and offices.

Job Overview:

• Work with the Trusts & Estates team on estate planning, estate and trust administration, business succession planning, and charitable planning.
• Collaborate with attorneys across practice groups and offices.
• Receive training opportunities with growing levels of responsibility.

Duties:

• Advise high-net-worth individuals on estate planning, succession planning, charitable planning, and wealth transfer planning.
• Represent fiduciaries in estate administration matters.
• Counsel trustees on trust administration and fiduciary responsibilities.
• Develop and implement relationship-building skills both internally and externally.
• Work with attorneys, staff, and clients from diverse backgrounds.
• Excel in a team environment.
• Demonstrate flexibility and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Requirements:

• 1-2 years of experience in advising high-net-worth individuals.
• Experience in estate administration matters.
• Highly motivated and a self-starter.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent law school credentials and references.

Education & Certifications:

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Indiana State Bar or eligibility for reciprocity.
• Prior experience in trusts and estates law preferred.

Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to excel in a team-oriented environment.
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities.
• Relationship-building skills.
• Cultural competency and ability to work with diverse groups.

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