Estate & Tax Planning Attorney in Manitowoc, WI

Law Firm

Manitowoc, WI

Estate & Tax Planning Attorney in Manitowoc, WI

Attorney

Min 10 yrs required

No

Senior Wealth Planning Attorney
Job ID: 1698
Position: Attorney
Location: Multiple Offices
Practice Area: Real Estate
Open Date: Tuesday, July 25, 2023
Job Function: Legal
Job Description:

The Position

**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.’s growing Wealth Planning Practice is looking to add a Senior Wealth Planning attorney with at least 10 years of experience to any of our Wisconsin offices. The attorney will serve as a business advisor to clients, guiding them in a full range of legal matters throughout their life cycle.

The ideal candidate will have experience creating and implementing estate plans, the administration of trusts and estates, including experience with preparation and/or review of gift tax returns and estate tax returns, creating marital property agreements, and transfer tax planning, including the use of lifetime irrevocable trusts.

The attorney will build strong relationships through direct interaction with clients while advising them on adapting and responding to unforeseen family and business issues, economic conditions, and ever-changing tax laws.

The Company

We are Michael Best & Friedrich, LLP. We are a full-service law firm with more than 350 lawyers and technical professionals who work in collaborative, interdisciplinary practices to serve clients around the world. We work with companies in all kinds of industries, as well as trade associations, nonprofits, educational institutions, governments, family trusts, and high-net-worth individuals. Since our firm’s founding in 1848, we’ve continuously evolved to meet our clients’ changing needs and expectations. One thing remains the same: For generations, clients have relied on Michael Best for exceptional legal service and business acumen.

The Location

We have offices in Wisconsin (Milwaukee, Madison, Manitowoc, Waukesha); Illinois (Chicago); Utah (Cottonwood Heights, Salt Lake City); Colorado (Denver, Broomfield); Texas (Austin); and North Carolina (Charlotte, Raleigh, Wilmington); and Washington . Our contemporary offices spaces are ideal for concentration and collaboration supporting our culture of working together to make great things happen for our Clients. This position can be in any of our Wisconsin offices.
Job Requirements:

Bring Your Best

Knowledge Base & Education:

. from an ABA accredited law school
Excellent academic credentials
10 years of experience in creating and implementing estate plans, the administration of trusts and estates, creating marital property agreements, and transfer tax planning
Wisconsin license preferred or willing to become licensed in Wisconsin.

Adaptability:

Ability to learn and embrace new skills and best practices as the position evolves and Firm needs change
Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Ability to work well independently as well as effectively within a team

Collaboration:

Ability to develop relationships and foster teamwork at all levels of the Firm

Communication:

Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with a diverse group of internal and external clients, attorneys, and staff
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to manage confidential information and sensitive situations with tact and discretion

Problem Solving Skills:

Ability and confidence to identify and analyze issues, make decisions, and initiate actions/solutions
Agility to respond to unexpected challenges, including proactively developing innovative solutions to complex problems while maintaining a professional demeanor

Professionalism

Ability to maintain composure and demonstrate good judgment

Other

Valid authorization to work in the .

Why You Should Apply

At Michael Best, we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that provides a variety of resources designed to enhance its employees’ overall well-being, both at work and at home. Competitive base pay, outstanding benefits, opportunities for learning and growth, programs designed to help you plan for the future, and perks that inspire your downtime are all part of our total compensation package.

Learning and Growth

Challenging and Dynamic Role
Career Development Planning
Professional Growth Opportunities
Performance Management and Coaching
Specialized Training Programs
Mentorship Program
Bar Exam/Bar Review Course Reimbursement



Health & Wellness

Medical
Dental
Vision Care
Health Savings Accounts
Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Program
Employee and Family Assistance Program

Total Compensation

Competitive Base Pay
Outstanding Benefits
Unlimited PTO Plus 10 Paid Holidays
Performance Recognition
ABA, State and Local Bar Membership Fee Reimbursement



Planning for the Future

401(k) with Company Contribution
Short Term Disability Plan
Long Term Disability Plan
Life Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Parental/Family Leave

Culture and Workplace

Respected Organization with Collaborative Culture
Growing Firm with an Exciting Future
Healthy Work-Life Balance
Flexible Remote Work Policy (Ability to work remote up to days per week)
Contemporary Work Environment
Positive and Respectful Work Climate


To be considered for this position, please submit an application via our online portal. Please contact our Recruiting Specialist, Jennifer Hade, , with any questions.

We are not accepting search firm submissions at this time.

**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***., Michael Best Strategies LLC, and Michael Best Consulting LLC (collectively known as "Michael Best") are steadfastly committed to providing equal employment opportunity and maintaining a workplace for employees and applicants for employment that is free from discrimination based upon age, race, religion, color, disability, marital status, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact our Recruiting team at or to let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

For Colorado applicants only (as required by the Colorado Equal Pay Act): The starting salary for associate positions in our Denver office is $190,000. Pay is determined based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, depth of experience in the practice area. Associates are eligible to participate in Michael Best’s associate bonus program, subject to the program’s conditions and restrictions. This position is considered full-time and is therefore eligible to participate in employer-sponsored benefits, including: medical, dental, vision, as well as elective/voluntary life, disability, and accident coverage. All full-time employees are eligible to participate in the firm's 401k plan.