Estate Planning & Business Law Associate

A law firm seeks an ambitious and driven Estate Planning & Business Law Associate to join its team in Miami, FL. This is an exciting opportunity for an attorney with 0-3 years of experience to gain hands-on exposure to family estate planning, business succession planning, and general business law. The successful candidate will work alongside a collaborative team of experienced attorneys, assisting clients with entity formation, operating agreements, shareholder agreements, and various business law matters. If you're a motivated self-starter with a keen eye for detail, this is an excellent chance to develop your legal career in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Duties

• Assist with the preparation and drafting of estate planning documents, including wills, trusts, and powers of attorney.
• Provide legal support for business clients, including the formation of business entities, drafting operating and shareholder agreements, and offering general business counseling.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys to develop comprehensive family estate plans and business succession strategies.
• Review and analyze client documents, ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable laws.
• Communicate with clients to understand their needs, provide updates on cases, and deliver clear legal guidance.
• Conduct legal research on estate planning, business law, and related matters.
• Attend client meetings and assist in the negotiation and drafting of legal documents.

Requirements

• 0-3 years of legal experience in estate planning, business law, or a related field.
• Strong drafting, analytical, and legal research skills.
• Ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly to clients and colleagues.
• Detail-oriented and organized, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Self-motivated and proactive, with a strong desire to learn and grow professionally.
• Must be admitted to The Florida Bar or eligible to sit for the bar exam.

Education

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

Certifications

• Admission to The Florida Bar (or eligibility to sit for the Florida Bar exam).

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong drafting and document review abilities.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Client-focused mindset with the ability to build rapport and trust.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare and wellness benefits.
• Retirement plans and financial planning options.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Opportunities for mentorship and professional development.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment with growth potential.

For over nine decades, this law firm has focused on cases related to business law. Their areas of practice include labor and employment, immigration law, finance law, estate planning, construction law, land use, local government law, and business transactions. Their offices are located in Florida.