Private Client Associate Attorney

Title: Private Client Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A prestigious law firm located in San Francisco, CA, is seeking a dedicated Private Client Associate Attorney to join its expanding Private Client Practice Group. This role is ideal for attorneys with 1-3 years of experience who are passionate about delivering exceptional client service and navigating the complexities of estate planning. The firm prides itself on fostering an inclusive culture that supports professional growth and a healthy work-life balance, ensuring that all team members can thrive both personally and professionally.

Duties:

• Draft and review both standard and sophisticated estate planning documents to meet client needs.
• Provide expertise in domestic estate, gift, and income tax planning, with an emphasis on innovative solutions for clients.
• Engage in international estate tax planning, where applicable, to assist clients with diverse asset bases.
• Collaborate effectively with clients and co-advisors, fostering productive and trust-based relationships.
• Conduct thorough legal research and provide analytical insights to inform client strategies.
• Maintain exceptional organizational skills to manage multiple projects and deadlines efficiently.
• Participate in professional development activities and contribute to the firm's community.

Requirements:

• 1-3 years of experience in estate planning or related fields.
• Proven ability to draft a range of estate planning documents with precision and attention to detail.
• Strong understanding of domestic estate, gift, and income tax laws; international estate tax planning experience is a plus.
• Demonstrated capability to work collaboratively within a team environment while maintaining individual accountability.
• Excellent writing, speaking, researching, and analytical skills, backed by a strong academic record.
• An LLM is a plus but not mandatory.
• Must be eligible to sit for the California bar examination.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Must be eligible to be barred in California.

Skills:

• Exceptional interpersonal skills to engage effectively with clients and colleagues.
• Strong organizational skills to manage various tasks and client demands efficiently.
• Ability to analyze complex legal issues and articulate solutions.

Job Location:

• San Francisco, CA

Ranked as a Vault Law 100 international law firm, attorneys at this firm win by understanding their client's business, investing in their success, and by putting their interest ahead of their own. Associates boast working with brilliant attorneys, who are easy to work with, as well as having the opportunity for exciting, substantive legal work. The firm partners with leaders around the world to fuel missions, knock down barriers, and shape markets. The attorneys at this firm bring their personal passion and legal prowess to bear in every matter for their clients and the people they serve. Associate remark the firm is invested in their career destination and want to see the associates' career blossom. There is an opportunity to really grow, and the partners at the firm mentor associates and really care. The happiness factor is one of the firm's top priorities. As one associate put it, the firm is energized and it is an exciting place to be. The firms boasts a tightly-woven network of legal thought leaders who marry their passion for business with a deep, focused understanding of the law. Through their pro bono legal services, volunteer services, and charitable giving, lawyers at this firm are committed to giving back. This firm has been nationally ranked in 33 practice areas by US News.