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Trusts, Estates & Wealth Preservation Associate

Dentons | Naples, FL

Posted Date 8/25/2024
Description

Description:

Responsibilities and practice
The Naples office of Dentons Cohen & Grigsby is seeking a mid-level or senior-level associate with excellent experience and academic credentials to join our Trusts, Estates and Wealth Preservation practice. Expected responsibilities include:
  • Drafting a broad range of estate planning documents including wills, trust agreements and related instruments
  • Direct and frequent client interaction
  • Advising individuals and families on trust structures and wealth transfer tax strategies
  • Designing business succession strategies
  • Counseling fiduciaries in the administration of estates and trusts
  • Preparing and reviewing federal estate, gift and fiduciary income tax returns
  • General estate, trust and tax-related research and writing
  • Supporting our litigation practice in matters relating to wills, trusts, and fiduciary administration

This is a special opportunity to join a highly seasoned, sophisticated Estates practice and learn directly from accomplished, experienced practitioners. We emphasize a collaborative, team environment that prizes teaching and helping each other achieve our fullest potential. Our team is a nationally ranked Tier 1 practice that offers substantial opportunity for attorney advancement.

Learn more about the Trusts, Estates and Wealth Preservation practice group. (https://www.dentons.com/en/find-your-dentons-team/practices/trusts-estates-and-wealth-preservation)

Position Requirements:
Personal skills/attributes:
  • Is conscientious and responsive, with a proven attention to detail while working under deadlines
  • Embraces teamwork and collaboration but can take initiative and work independently
  • Is ambitious and possesses strong desire to maximize one's potential
  • Exhibits leadership and motivates others
  • Is dedicated, with a record of academic and professional success
  • Has excellent written communication and drafting skills and ability to produce concise and effective written work product
  • Possesses strong analytical skills and thinks strategically
  • Welcomes opportunities for client interaction and has excellent interpersonal skills

Technical skills:
  • At least 4 years of trusts and estates experience is required. Higher levels of experience are also valued and will be considered.
  • Experience drafting key legal documents for trusts and estates matters is required

Other Requirements:
Should be licensed to practice law in the State of Florida and be in good standing

Equal opportunities:
Dentons Cohen & Grigsby is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please note, this job posting is not open to search firms.

How to Apply:
Please send resume and law school transcript to ashley.mcgrail@dentons.com.

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Title
Associate / Attorney / Lawyer
Years of Experience
3-5 | 5-7 | 7+

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