Junior/Mid-Level Associate Private Client Trusts & Estates

Job Overview: A recruiting firm is seeking a motivated and experienced Associate Attorney on behalf of a prestigious law firm to join its Private Client Trusts & Estates practice. The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of experience in estate and tax planning, including working with high-net-worth individuals. This role offers the opportunity to handle complex trust agreements, charitable planning, and estate administration while working alongside a highly skilled team in a dynamic environment.

Duties:

• Advise clients on estate and tax planning strategies tailored to high-net-worth individuals.
• Draft intricate trust agreements and other legal documents related to estate planning.
• Handle charitable planning and ensure proper estate and trust administration.
• Collaborate with other team members and manage multiple projects and cases simultaneously.
• Conduct thorough legal research and provide analysis for complex estate matters.
• Ensure all documents are prepared with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Engage in client meetings and effectively communicate complex legal concepts.

Requirements:

• 2-4 years of experience in trusts and estates law, preferably in a law firm environment.
• Knowledge of estate and tax planning for high-net-worth individuals.
• Strong legal drafting and writing skills with an emphasis on accuracy and clarity.
• Ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for interacting with clients and colleagues.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admitted to the California State Bar.

Skills:

• Expertise in drafting trust agreements and handling estate administration.
• Strong research, analytical, and organizational abilities.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment while also managing projects independently.
• High level of professionalism, with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters.

The Los Angeles office of this full-service firm emphasizes in its practice Entertainment, New Media, Media Content, and E-Commerce, although they also have all of the traditional Corporate, Real Estate, Bankruptcy and other areas of practice. The Entertainment practice, in particular, is one the firm has traditionally been identified with and is one of the largest in the nation. The firms client base is both international in scope and diverse in nature. With very few exceptions, the firms attorneys have very distinguished academic and professional records; associates claim the firms most attractive quality is its stimulating intellectual environment.