Trusts & Estates Attorney

Job Overview:
A reputable law firm is seeking a qualified Trusts & Estates Attorney with over 5 years of experience to join its team in Tampa, Florida. This position offers significant client exposure, immediate responsibility, and the opportunity to work on sophisticated legal matters. Candidates with an LLM in Taxation or Estate Planning are preferred, though not required. The ideal candidate will possess strong academic credentials, excellent communication skills, and a client-focused demeanor.

Location:

• Tampa, FL

Duties:

• Handle a variety of trusts and estates matters, including estate planning, administration, and tax planning.
• Draft and review wills, trusts, and related documents.
• Advise clients on estate planning strategies, tax issues, and wealth transfer matters.
• Represent clients in probate and trust administration proceedings.
• Provide high-quality client service while developing and maintaining client relationships.
• Work collaboratively with other attorneys and professionals in the firm.
• Assume immediate responsibility for complex legal matters.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years of substantive experience in Trusts & Estates law.
• Strong preference for candidates with an LLM in Taxation or Estate Planning.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Strong drafting, research, and communication skills.
• Ability to handle sophisticated legal matters and build client relationships.
• Empathetic and client-focused demeanor with the ability to instill confidence in clients.
• Must be licensed to practice law in Florida.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• LLM in Taxation or Estate Planning (preferred, not required).

Certifications:

• Admission to the Florida State Bar.

Skills:

• Strong legal writing and drafting skills.
• Knowledge of estate planning, probate, and tax issues.
• Client development and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to handle complex legal matters independently.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Opportunities for immediate responsibility and client interaction.
• Potential for equity partnership.
• Collegial and supportive work environment.
• Professional development and mentoring opportunities.
• No portable book of business required.

Established in the late 1980s, this law firm is based in Florida. Its practice areas include tobacco, real estate, government, healthcare, construction, automotive, real estate, insurance, pharmaceuticals, consumer products, professional services, industrial commercial products, drug and medical device and automotive. The firm?s philosophy is to focus on client services and provide the most cost-effective solution to its clients. The attorneys at the firm possess not only high qualifications but also immense experience in their practice areas.