Associate Attorney Trusts & Estates
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Job Location:
St. Louis, MO - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 195000 - 245000
Posted on:
5 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Role Overview
The Trusts & Estates Associate supports estate planning tax planning and wealth management matters for high-net-worth individuals families fiduciaries and financial institutions. This role involves drafting estate planning documents administering trusts and estates and advising clients on complex wealth transfer and succession strategies. The position requires strong technical knowledge attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced legal environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Draft review and implement estate planning documents including trusts wills powers of attorney and advance directives.
- Handle estate and trust administration matters ensuring compliance with applicable legal and tax requirements.
- Prepare and review estate gift and income tax returns and related filings.
- Assist in developing and implementing wealth transfer and business succession planning strategies.
- Review legal financial and tax documents for accuracy and compliance.
- Manage multiple client matters from intake through completion while meeting deadlines.
- Communicate directly with clients financial advisors and internal legal teams to provide updates and guidance.
- Collaborate with support staff and junior attorneys to ensure efficient workflow and high-quality service.
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) with an active bar license in good standing.
- Minimum of 3 years of trusts and estates experience in a law firm environment.
- Experience handling sophisticated estate planning and tax matters.
- Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
- LL.M. in Taxation preferred.
Key Skills
- Children Activity
- Environmental Consultancy
- Corporate
- Anesthesia
- Documentation
