Estate Planning Associate Attorney

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Job Title: Estate Planning Associate Attorney
Job Location: Atlanta, GA

Job Overview:
A well-established law firm based in Atlanta, GA is seeking an experienced Estate Planning Associate Attorney to join their legal team. This role is ideal for an attorney who is passionate about estate planning, probate, and business transactional work. The firm is looking for a self-driven and collaborative individual with a strong desire to learn and grow, someone who is committed to exceeding client expectations and can thrive in a fast-paced environment. This is an excellent opportunity to work with high-net-worth clients and contribute to the firm’s growth and success.

Duties:

• Draft a variety of estate planning documents, including wills, revocable living trusts, irrevocable trusts, powers of attorney, healthcare directives, and more.
• Develop integrated estate plans for business owners, executives, and entrepreneurs.
• Advise clients on estate planning, tax strategies, and business planning, including family limited partnerships and LLCs.
• Handle income, estate, and gift tax planning, asset protection, and disability planning for clients.
• Draft and negotiate prenuptial and co-tenancy agreements.
• Collaborate with the legal team to ensure efficient project workflow and client satisfaction.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctorate (JD) with at least 3 years of experience in estate planning or related fields.
• Admitted to the Georgia Bar and in good standing.
• Experience in a private practice environment with billable hour targets or production-based goals.
• Knowledge of taxation, including individual, trust, and small business taxation, as well as liability protection strategies.
• Solid understanding of estate, gift, and generation-skipping transfer taxes.
• Ability to manage complex issues and propose effective solutions.

Education:

• Juris Doctorate (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Georgia Bar Admission required.

Skills:

• Excellent drafting and writing skills.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients and colleagues.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle complex and challenging tasks with persistence and thoroughness.

Job Location:

• Atlanta, GA

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
400 Perimeter Center Ter NE Ste 900
Atlanta
Georgia
United States 30346
Phone : 770-450-2000
Fax : (213) 895-7306