Private Client Associate Attorney

Job Overview:

A law firm in Saint Louis, MO, seeks a talented and motivated Private Client Associate Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate will have 0-6 years of experience and a strong background in sophisticated estate planning matters, including gift, estate, and related income tax planning. The candidate should also have experience in estate and trust administration, charitable planning, and family business succession planning.

Job Details:

Duties:

• Handle complex estate planning matters, including gift, estate, and income tax planning.
• Manage estate and trust administration processes.
• Provide expertise in charitable planning and family business succession planning.
• Conduct legal research and analysis to support client cases.
• Draft and review legal documents related to private client matters.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships.

Requirements:

• 0-6 years of experience in private client law.
• Strong academic achievement with a focus on estate planning.
• Demonstrated excellent analytical and writing skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills for client development and networking.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Must be licensed to practice law in Missouri.

Skills:

• Proficiency in estate planning, including gift, estate, and income tax planning.
• Excellent legal research and analytical skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a dynamic and fast-paced legal environment.
• Client-focused with strong interpersonal and networking abilities.

This large Missouri-based firm has offices across the Midwest and the East Coast. We are seeing a great deal of growth with this firm, especially dealing with its government contracts in DC. Best known for its commerce and corporate work, this firm offers associates a unique opportunity to develop their specialties.