Trust And Estates Associate Attorney

Job Title: Trusts And Estates Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm located in Tampa, FL is seeking an experienced Trusts and Estates Associate Attorney to join its team. This position offers an excellent opportunity for an attorney with 4-6 years of relevant experience in trust and estate matters, estate planning, and asset protection to take on complex cases. The ideal candidate will work on a variety of legal matters involving estate planning, trust administration, and tax-related matters.

Duties:

• Provide counsel on complex estate planning and asset protection strategies.
• Manage trust and estate settlements, ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
• Prepare and file transfer tax returns for high-net-worth clients.
• Handle international estate planning matters, with a focus on cross-border tax and estate issues.
• Advise clients on legal strategies to minimize estate and gift taxes.
• Collaborate with clients and colleagues to develop tailored solutions for unique estate planning needs.
• Stay current on changes in tax law and estate planning regulations.

Requirements:

• 4-6 years of relevant experience in trusts and estates law.
• Comprehensive experience with estate planning, asset protection, and trust administration.
• Proficiency in handling transfer tax return preparation.
• Experience in international estate planning (preferred).

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.
• LL.M. in Taxation is required.

Certifications:

• An active member of The Florida Bar in good standing.

Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage complex legal matters.
• Proficiency in tax law and estate planning strategies.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative legal team.

Job Location:

• Tampa, FL

This AmLaw firm is well-known for their banking sector, representing all 10 U.S. bank holding companies. Specializing in its Latin America practice, this firm prioritizes and provides diversity and inclusion amongst its associates. This firm has also obtained numerous accolades including a perfect score through the Human Rights Campaign's Corporate Equality Index for Best Place to Work for LGBT Equality two years in a row, Top 25 For Female Partners by The American Lawyer, and Top 60 Firms For Diversity by The American Lawyer's Diversity Scoreboard.