Tax and Estate Planning Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Tax and Estate Planning Associate for its Dallas, TX office. The ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of experience in tax and estate planning, with a focus on preparing estate planning documents, income tax planning, and business succession planning.

Duties

• Prepare estate planning documents.
• Conduct income tax planning.
• Engage in estate and gift tax planning.
• Administer trusts and estates.
• Plan business succession strategies.

Requirements

• 1-3 years of relevant experience.
• Detail-oriented and organized.
• Strong work ethic.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Licensed to practice law in Texas or eligible for admission without examination.

Education

• Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in Texas.

Skills

• Strong academic record.
• Experience in tax preferred.

Benefits

• Health insurance with optional HSA/FSA.
• Short and long-term disability insurance.
• Dental and vision care.
• Life insurance.
• 401K plan.
• Vacation and sick time.
• Parking/public transportation allowance.
• Employee assistance program.

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