Estate Administration/Probate Attorney

Job Overview:

A law firm seeks a motivated and detail-oriented associate attorney to join its Estates and Trusts practice in Bethesda, MD. This position involves providing comprehensive support to clients in estate administration and probate matters, with a focus on technical excellence and client satisfaction.

Duties:

• Administer probate estates in Maryland, Washington, D.C., and/or Virginia.
• Prepare fiduciary accountings and estate, gift, and fiduciary income tax returns.
• Conduct advanced tax research, including analysis of income, estate, and gift tax issues.
• Collaborate with clients to manage estate planning and administration processes effectively.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations while addressing client concerns with professionalism.

Requirements:

• Minimum of three years of experience in estate administration or probate law within Maryland, Washington, D.C., or Virginia.
• Proven ability to prepare fiduciary accountings and tax filings.
• Strong research skills, particularly in complex tax matters.
• Excellent client relationship management and communication skills.
• Active law license in Maryland or eligibility to waive into Maryland Bar.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• LL.M. in Taxation preferred or current enrollment in an LL.M. program.

Certifications:

• Admission to the Maryland Bar; licensure in Washington, D.C., or Virginia is a plus.

Skills:

• Proficiency in preparing estate-related tax documents and filings.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities for addressing tax and legal issues.
• High ethical standards and dedication to client service.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health and dental insurance.
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• 401(k) retirement plan with firm contributions.
• Convenient office location near public transportation in Bethesda, MD.

This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney with a strong work ethic and a passion for providing high-quality legal services in estates and trusts. Join a supportive and collaborative legal team committed to professional growth and client success.

This firm is small, but progressive and growing. This sounds like a fair description of this Maryland-based firm offering services in the DC area. Well into its fifth decade of existence, this outfit is a solid part of the DC legal scene. Offering services in the following practice areas, Business Law, Commercial, Transactions and Financing, Community Associations, Domestic Relations, Estate Planning and Probate, Financial Institutions, Health Care, Labor and Employment Law, Litigation, Real Estate Transactions and Land Use and Taxation, this firm is a nice home for an attorney looking for fairly sophisticated work in the cozy atmosphere of a small firm.