Trusts and Estates Attorney - Senior Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Trusts and Estates Attorney - Senior Associate in Princeton, NJ. The firm offers a dynamic environment for experienced professionals to engage in estate planning, administration, and trusts practice, serving multiple generations of families.

Duties

• Conduct research, analysis, and drafting of estate and tax plans.
• Administer probate estates efficiently.
• Prepare and review tax returns with accuracy.
• Engage in fiduciary litigation as needed.
• Develop charitable planning strategies.
• Plan for family-owned and privately held businesses.

Requirements

• 6-10 years of experience in estate planning and trust administration.
• Experience with corporate entity determination and taxation.
• Licensed to practice law in New Jersey; Pennsylvania and/or New York admission is a plus.

Education

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

Certifications

• Bar admission in New Jersey.

Skills

• Strong analytical and drafting skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in tax law and estate planning.

Benefits

• Immediate, hands-on experience and accelerated career opportunities.
• Flexible work environment.
• Annual contribution of 10% of gross compensation to a defined contribution profit-sharing plan.
• Vesting in three years.
• 100% coverage of health care premium for all employees.

This firm has 13 locations in the United States, primarily in the Mid-Atlantic region. For over 85 years, this full-service law firm has been offering a wide variety of services to its clients. The firm has over 150 attorneys that are dedicated to meeting and exceeding the expectations of clients. The firm strongly believes that diversity, inclusion, respect, and fair treatment allow for each person's different strengths and experience to be used for the benefit of each client and for the benefit of the firm as a whole. Leadership and teamwork are important to this firm and the members working there.