Estate Planning and Tax Attorney

Job Overview:
A prestigious law firm is currently seeking an Estate Planning and Tax Attorney to join its Charleston, WV office. The firm offers a collegial and professional environment where contributions are valued, and the opportunity to work on a wide range of estate planning, tax, and trust matters. The ideal candidate will have a passion for serving clients and a strong background in estate planning, tax reduction strategies, and trust/estate administration.

Location:

• Charleston, WV

Duties:

• Provide estate planning services, including trusts, estates, and gift planning
• Assist clients with Medicaid eligibility, asset protection, tax reduction strategies, and charitable giving
• Advise on business succession planning
• Handle trust and estate administration matters
• Collaborate with a team of professionals in a variety of tax and estate planning matters
• Maintain strong client relationships through effective communication and personalized service

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in estate planning and tax law
• Strong analytical, oral, and written communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Licensed to practice law in West Virginia
• Ability to pass required background checks, including criminal history

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Licensed to practice in West Virginia

Skills:

• Expertise in estate planning, including trusts, estates, and gift planning
• Knowledge of Medicaid eligibility and tax reduction strategies
• Strong understanding of asset protection and charitable giving
• Ability to communicate complex legal concepts in an understandable manner
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Experience in trust and estate administration
• Strong interpersonal and client-facing skills

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Professional, supportive, and collegial work environment
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement

This firm was founded in West Virginia 95 years ago with three lawyers and has now grown to have over 150 lawyers in West Virginia, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Kentucky, and Virginia. The firm has been ranked as one of the best law firms in the country.