Trusts and Estates Attorney

A law firm in Hartford is seeking a Trusts and Estates Attorney with at least 3 years of experience to join their team. The ideal candidate will have expertise in drafting wills and trusts, as well as handling estate administration matters.

Duties:

• Draft wills, trusts, and other estate planning documents for clients.
• Advise clients on estate planning strategies and tax implications.
• Handle estate administration matters, including probate proceedings and trust administration.
• Assist clients with incapacity planning, including drafting powers of attorney and healthcare directives.
• Provide legal guidance on wealth preservation and asset protection strategies.
• Conduct legal research and stay updated on relevant laws and regulations.
• Communicate effectively with clients, colleagues, and other professionals involved in estate planning and administration.

•  

  Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Bar in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience drafting wills and trusts and handling estate administration matters.
• Strong understanding of estate planning principles and tax laws.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

•  

  Education:

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

   

  Certifications:

  Admission to the Bar in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.

   

  Skills:

• Proficiency in drafting wills, trusts, and estate planning documents.
• Experience in estate administration, including probate and trust administration.
• Knowledge of estate tax laws and wealth preservation strategies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

This New Jersey-based law firm has a number of practice areas including antitrust-franchise, bankruptcy and employment law. The legal practice staffs a fairly large team of capable attorneys. The firm offers a summer program for pre-law students.