Trust and Estates Associate Attorney

Bethesda office of our client seeks trust and estates associate attorney with 3+ years of experience drafting estate planning documents, preparing probate filings and estate tax returns, and administering trusts. The candidate will represent an exciting and unique opportunity for professional growth within the established and prestigious firm, which is rapidly expanding its substantial estate planning and administration practice. Will draft estate planning documents (wills, trust agreements, powers of attorney, advance medical directives, deeds). Prepare probate filings (petitions for probate, inventories, accounts, inheritance tax returns and petitions for assorted relief). Trust administration (prepare accountings, prepare Crummey Notices, track and pay trust expenses, track and pay trust distributions, facilitate the filing of trust tax returns). Prepare various correspondence with clients, financial institutions, insurance companies, Register of Wills Offices and government agencies. Prepare and file state and federal estate tax returns. An advanced degree such as an LL.M. degree and/or professional certifications preferred. Maryland Bar admission required. Membership or ability to waive to D.C. and/or Virginia Bars a plus. A current active member of the Maryland Bar (in good standing) essential. Virginia and/or D.C Bar membership or ability to waive in a plus.

The candidate should have strong organizational and writing skills, outstanding oral communication skills, excellent academic credentials, and a desire to excel in a growing firm transitioning to the next generation. Must have Juris Doctor degree from ABA-accredited law school and strong academic performance. Must have a driven, self-starter with excellent analytical and writing skills that is willing and able to handle multiple matters. Work independently and collaboratively as circumstances dictate.

Based in Bethesda, Maryland, the firm primarily focuses its practice on matters related to transactional business, real estate, tax, estate planning, and general litigation. Its diverse client base includes construction companies, home builders, real property developers, mercantile businesses, real property developers, mercantile businesses, and professional service firms. The firm has served clients throughout the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area for over 35 years.