Our client, a well-regarded boutique law firm in Atlanta, is seeking a sophisticated estate planning attorney to join it in a full-time capacity. This is a long-term, contract opportunity that has the opportunity to become a permanent position at the firm if it is a good fit. This attorney will be working with high-net worth and ultra-high-net worth individuals and families on a range of estate planning and tax matters.
Job Title: Estate Planning Attorney Hours: 40 hours per week Start date: ASAP Duration: No end date, potential for permanent Setup: Hybrid (Office located in Northwest Atlanta near intersection of I-75 and I-285) Pay Rate: $80-90/hour
Requirements: -Deep experience in estate planning – including trusts, wills, advance medical directives, and work with high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth individuals -Experience with strategic corporate planning, tax planning, succession planning -Some general corporate experience, including work with entity formations, corporate governance, corporate contracts (no M&A background necessary) -Income and inheritance tax mitigation experience, including working with HNW and UNHW individuals on legacy planning, transition of wealth to multiple generations, and liquidity events
Qualifications: -Georgia bar license required -5+ years of relevant experience -Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, attention to detail, ability to work independently -Tax LLM is a plus but not a requirement