Job ID: 374535
Practice area:- Elder Law,Estate & Tax Planning,Probate,Trusts and Estates - General
Job Title:
Wills, Trusts, Estates, And Probate Attorney
Job Overview:
A respected law firm based in Potomac, MD, is actively seeking a Full time Junior Attorney to support its thriving estate planning and probate division. This role is best suited for someone early in their legal career who is passionate about helping clients plan for the future and navigate estate and trust administration. Candidates will gain valuable experience while working alongside a seasoned legal team and will have the opportunity to develop advanced knowledge in high-net-worth estate planning strategies.
Duties:
Draft basic and advanced estate planning documents, including wills, trusts, and powers of attorney
Handle estate and trust administration matters, including probate filings, accountings, and distributions
Meet with clients and family members to understand goals, explain legal concepts, and implement planning strategies
Collaborate with senior attorneys on sophisticated planning techniques
Conduct legal research and prepare related memoranda
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of estate, gift, and generation-skipping transfer tax laws
Requirements:
Minimum of 1 year of experience in estate planning or probate law
Admission to the Maryland Bar or eligibility to waive in, DC, and/or VA licensure is a strong advantage
Willingness to work on-site Full time in Potomac, MD
Demonstrated interest in developing deep expertise in estate and trust matters
Commitment to client service and professional growth
Education:
Certifications:
Active license to practice law in Maryland
Bar admission in Washington, D.C., and/or Virginia preferred but not required
Skills:
Strong legal writing and analytical abilities
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently in a deadline-driven environment
Job Location:
Benefits:
Generous paid time off (3+ weeks annually)
Maternity/paternity leave is available after 1 year of employment
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Long-term growth potential with partnership track consideration
This solution focused firm uses tenacious and creative thinking to achieve optimal results for a variety of clients on appellate, antitrust and trade regulations, bankruptcy and creditor's rights, biotechnology law, business planning, commercial litigation, construction contracts, criminal law, cyber security, employment and labor, estates, trusts, elder law, foreclosure, exempt organizations, family law, food and drug, government investigations, guardianships, hospitality law, immigration, intellectual property, mediation services, medical malpractice claims, personal injury, real estate, small business lending, tax law, and telecommunications matters.
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