Private Client International Tax and Estate Planning Associate / Senior Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Private Client International Tax and Estate Planning Associate / Senior Associate to join their team in Hartford, CT. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of experience in international tax and estate planning, with a focus on advising high-net-worth international families and their businesses.

Duties

• Advise on international tax matters and cross-border planning strategies.
• Develop sophisticated estate planning and tax-efficient restructuring solutions.
• Manage complex international planning matters independently.
• Collaborate with colleagues across practice areas.
• Provide practical, business-oriented advice to clients.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in international tax and estate planning.
• Strong technical expertise and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and proactively.
• Member in good standing in the jurisdiction of practice.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.

Certifications

• Bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction.

Skills

• Proficiency in foreign grantor and nongrantor trust planning.
• Experience with pre-immigration and expatriation planning.
• Knowledge of international income tax matters, including CFCs and PFICs.
• Ability to plan for U.S. real estate investments by non-U.S. persons.
• Understanding of tax compliance and reporting obligations for cross-border interests.

Benefits

• Hybrid work environment with remote work options.

This large, full-service firm is very women-oriented, and it has created many benefits to appeal particularly to women, including flexible work arrangements and 12-week paid maternity leave. Many of the firms attorneys are active in many community, professional and civic matters. Associates receive in-house training in a variety of areas and early client contact and hands-on experience. There is a business casual dress code, but associates are expected to keep professional clothing at the office in case of short notice meetings. All associates are expected to spend at least 50 hours annually on pro bono, and this is part of their billable hour expectation of 1800.