Trusts & Estates Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a skilled Trusts & Estates Attorney to join its team. This role is ideal for a legal professional with a passion for estate planning and trust administration. The firm provides a collaborative and supportive environment for attorneys looking to deepen their expertise and advance their careers.

Duties

• Develop and implement estate planning strategies, including the use of trusts for asset protection and tax minimization.

• Advise clients on wealth transfer techniques to mitigate Gift, Estate, and Generation-Skipping Transfer Taxes.

• Manage all aspects of probate estate and trust administration, ensuring compliance with legal requirements.

• Prepare and review Gift and Estate Tax returns.

• Structure and establish business entities and succession plans for clients.

• Provide legal guidance on asset protection planning.

• Stay updated on evolving laws and regulations related to trusts and estates.

Requirements

• 2-6 years of experience in estate planning, trusts, and probate administration.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.

• Strong client communication and relationship-building skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a legal team.

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active Missouri law license.

Skills

• Expertise in estate planning strategies and trust administration.

• Proficiency in tax law related to estates and trusts.

• Strong legal research and drafting skills.

• Ability to develop creative solutions for clients' estate and asset protection needs.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.

• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

• A team-oriented and collaborative work environment.

The law firm has 40 years of experience in representing local and national clients in several areas of law. Its major practice areas include family law, business and transactional law, intellectual property law, administrative law and governmental relations, personal injury and worker's compensation, and employment law. Three of its attorneys were selected to the list of Super Lawyers in 2019. The firm's office is located in Clayton, Missouri.