Associate Attorney for Wichita office

A law firm seeks a motivated Associate Attorney to join its team in Wichita, Kansas. The firm specializes in business, tax, and estate law, offering comprehensive legal solutions to a diverse client base. This full-time, on-site role provides an excellent opportunity to develop expertise in complex legal areas while collaborating with a skilled team of professionals.

Duties

• Assist in advising clients on business law matters, including entity formation, compliance, and transactional issues.
• Provide counsel on tax law, including tax planning strategies and resolution of tax disputes.
• Support clients with estate planning, including drafting wills, trusts, and other related documents.
• Conduct thorough legal research and draft memoranda, briefs, and other legal documents.
• Represent clients in negotiations and mediations as required.
• Maintain and update case files, ensuring adherence to deadlines and legal standards.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys to develop case strategies and solutions tailored to client needs.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of business, tax, and estate planning laws.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and oral communication abilities.
• Capacity to manage multiple tasks with precision and attention to detail.

Education

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

Certifications

• Active admission to the Kansas State Bar in good standing.

Skills

• Proficiency in legal research tools and case management systems.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build and maintain client relationships.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Organizational skills to manage case files and meet critical deadlines.

The law firm has provided tax law services to clients in Kansas and throughout the United States for over 80 years. Its major practice areas include tax planning, estate planning, estate administration, and business law. The firm's office is located in Wichita, Kansas. The firm has been awarded the highest rating for professional and ethical standards by Martindale-Hubbell.