Attorney - Estate Planning
- $100,000 - $225,000
- Lakeland, FL
Attorney - Estate Planning Needed – Am Law 200 Firm | Lakeland
A bit about us:
Founded over half a century ago and based in Lakeland, this prominent Am Law 200 firm has multiple locations across the Southeast. Recognized as one of the most influential legal and government consulting firms in the region, our dedicated team of nearly a thousand attorneys and advisors provides expert legal guidance in various areas, including estate planning, business formation, and special needs planning. Committed to client service, we navigate complex legal landscapes to protect and preserve client assets while ensuring compliance with applicable laws. Our proactive approach and deep expertise have solidified our reputation as a leader in the legal field.
Why join us?
- Competitive Base Salary Up to $225k (DOE) + Bonuses
- 401(k) with Generous Match
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life
- Generous PTO & Paid Holidays
- Hybrid Work Model
- Reimbursement for professional certifications
Job Details
- Draft and review wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and other estate planning documents.
- Advise clients on estate planning strategies, tax implications, and asset preservation.
- Assist with probate processes, including filing petitions, representing clients in court, and managing estate administration.
- Handle estate and trust administration matters, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
- Communicate effectively with clients, providing clear explanations of legal processes and options.
- Offer legal guidance in estate planning, business formation, and special needs planning.
- Draft legal documents related to trusts, wills, powers of attorney, and business formation.
- Collaborate with clients to develop and implement strategies that protect and preserve their assets.
Looking For:
- Licensed to practice law in FL
- Able to work out of our Lakeland office
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school; an LLM in estate planning or tax law is strongly preferred, but not required
You Should Know Some of the Following:
- Trusts & estates, including estate planning, probate, and trust administration
- Tax planning, strategy, asset protection, wealth protection, wealth transfer, business entities, filings
- Experience with federal estate tax returns and federal gift tax returns is a plus
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal concepts clearly
- Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving and client service
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.