Trusts And Estates Associate Attorney

2-10 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Title: Trusts and Estates Associate Attorney

Job Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL

Job Overview: A law firm in Fort Lauderdale, FL, seeks a highly skilled and motivated Trusts and Estates Associate Attorney with 3-6 years of experience. The ideal candidate will have substantial expertise in complex estate planning, asset protection, trust and estate settlement, and taxation. An . in Estate Planning or Taxation is required, and experience in international estate planning is considered a plus. The candidate must also be a member of The Florida Bar.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct complex estate planning for high-net-worth clients.
• Provide asset protection planning services to safeguard clients' assets.
• Manage trust and estate settlements efficiently.
• Advise clients on taxation matters related to estates and trusts.
• Develop and implement comprehensive estate plans, including wills, trusts, and other legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and stay current with changes in trust and estate law.
• Collaborate with clients, financial advisors, and other attorneys to execute estate planning strategies.
• Represent clients in probate court when necessary.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state laws about trusts and estates.
• Handle international estate planning issues when applicable.
• Provide high-quality client service and maintain strong client relationships.

Requirements:

• 3-6 years of experience in trusts and estates law.
• Extensive knowledge of complex estate planning, asset protection planning, trust and estate settlement, and taxation.
• Experience in international estate planning is a plus.
• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and projects simultaneously.
• High level of professionalism and ethical standards.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctorate (.) degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• . in Estate Planning or Taxation.
• Active membership in The Florida Bar.

Skills:

• Proficiency in legal research and legal document drafting.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and precision in work.
• Familiarity with relevant legal software and technology.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and client relationship management.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with international estate planning.
• Advanced understanding of federal and state tax laws related to estates and trusts.
• Demonstrated success in handling high-net-worth estate plans.

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