Estate & Tax Planning Attorney / Trusts and Estates - General Attorney in Detroit, MI

Law Firm

Detroit, MI

Estate & Tax Planning Attorney / Trusts and Estates - General Attorney in Detroit, MI

Attorney

5-8 yrs required

No

Job Title: Trusts + Estates Senior Associate

Job Responsibilities:
- Developing comprehensive estate plans tailored to clients' specific needs and goals.
- Advising clients regarding the tax implications of estate planning and minimizing tax liabilities through strategies such as gift and estate tax planning.
- Handling the probate process, including court proceedings, asset valuation, debt settlement, and distribution of assets.
- Managing and administering trusts, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and trust agreements.

Education and Experience Information:
- Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school.
- Licensed and in good standing to practice law in the state of Michigan.
- 5-8+ years of experience in estate planning, trust and estate settlement, and related tax and corporate matters, preferably in a law firm setting.
- Experience with high net worth families and individuals in estate planning and management.
- Knowledge in estate and gift tax complex planning, including CRUTS, SLATS, GRATS, FLPs, QPRTs, IDGTs, ILITs.
- Experience in succession planning, fiduciary accounting, will and trust contests, family settlement agreements, and tax preparation.
- Strong communication skills to explain complex legal concepts clearly to clients.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills to assess complex financial and legal situations.
- Precision in drafting legal documents to ensure they reflect clients' intentions and comply with relevant laws.
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
- Strong interest in building a book of business.

Salary Information:
Not specified in the text.

About the Law Firm:
The law firm provides discerning and proactive legal advice, fostering a better partnership with its clients. It is a full-service corporate law firm with over 220 attorneys practicing in multiple offices throughout Michigan. The law firm’s cultural motto is "Fun, Pride + that Order," emphasizing teamwork, diversity, balance, and community.

The law firm’s teamwork approach is supported by a lockstep compensation model, encouraging collaboration and routing legal projects to the most knowledgeable person in the firm. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are prioritized through initiatives like firm-wide town hall meetings and employee resource groups. The firm maintains a culture of balanced personal and professional lifestyles, contributing to a high attorney retention rate. Community engagement is a priority, with financial contributions to numerous nonprofits and opportunities for firm members to participate in meaningful initiatives.

EEO Statement:
The law firm is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, striving to build a firm that reflects the diversity of its clients and communities. By moving beyond barriers and rejecting stereotypes, the firm aims to foster inclusion and equity, resulting in a high-performing team providing excellent service.

Closing Statement:
The law firm seeks top talent across its organization, attracting professionals with diverse backgrounds dedicated to teamwork and client service.