Estate Planning Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Estate Planning Associate Attorney to join their team in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of relevant experience, preferably with a background in tax, estate planning, and/or trust and estate administration.

Duties

• Manage multiple projects and deadlines efficiently.
• Deliver outstanding client service with exceptional attention to detail.
• Collaborate proactively with team members.

Requirements

• 2-4 years of relevant experience in estate planning or related fields.
• Experience with high-net-worth individuals and business succession planning preferred.
• Admitted to the Michigan Bar or eligible for prompt admission.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.
• LLM in Taxation or Estate Planning is a plus.

Certifications

• Admitted to the Michigan Bar.

Skills

• Strong analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proactive and collaborative mindset.

Benefits

This premier law firm is a full-service provider of legal counsel, highly values diversity and inclusivity. It is recognized by U.S. News & World Report, Chambers USA, and The Best Lawyers in America as one of the best law firms in the USA. This firm values flexibility and work/ life balance. The work atmosphere is friendly, supportive, and encouraging, but also challenging. The firm values its attorneys and provides support and opportunities that help them create a successful career. The benefits of this firm include 401(k) plan, paid Bar Association fees, expense account for business, development purposes, medical, dental and vision insurance coverage, parking, all needed technology, and more. The requires a minimum total of 2,000 billable hours per year. This firm commitment to society includes financial contributions to a mixture of organizations, pro bono services, helping schools in their educational programs. The firms invest in outside of work experiences, such as summer picnics, holidays, birthday celebrations, and other spontaneous events.