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Job Description: Estate Planning Attorney (3–5 Years of Experience)

Location: St. Louis, MO

Compensation Package:

• Competitive Salary : Strong base salary plus bonus potential.
• Excellent Benefits : Medical, dental, and vision (MDV) plans, 401(k) with company match.
• Work Environment : In-office role with flexible scheduling options available.

About the Company:

Join a leading wealth management and financial planning services firm known for its commitment to providing exceptional client service and fostering employee growth. Our team takes pride in delivering tailored estate planning solutions to high-net-worth individuals, families, and businesses while maintaining a supportive and collaborative culture.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a talented and detail-oriented Estate Planning Attorney with 3–5 years of experience to join our firm. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in estate planning and a proven ability to provide strategic and client-centric legal advice. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment while helping clients navigate complex trust and estate matters.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and revise estate planning documents, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and advance directives.
• Counsel clients on wealth management strategies, including tax-efficient approaches to estate and gift planning.
• Collaborate with financial advisors and other professionals to develop and implement comprehensive planning solutions tailored to client needs.
• Represent clients in probate and estate administration matters when needed.
• Keep current with changes in estate planning laws and regulations to ensure compliance and strategic advice.
• Communicate effectively with clients, maintaining the highest level of professionalism and confidentiality.
• Assist in client and business development efforts to help grow the estate planning practice.

Qualifications:

• J.D. degree from an ABA-accredited law school; admission to the Missouri bar is required, Illinois and Texas a plus as well.
• 3–5 years of experience practicing estate planning law, with exposure to high-net-worth clients preferred.
• Strong knowledge of estate, gift, and trust laws, as well as related tax issues.
• Exceptional drafting and legal research skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and maintain long-term client relationships.
• A client-focused mindset with attention to detail and excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Team-oriented with the ability to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary setting.

Perks of the Role:

• Work with a prestigious client base in a well-established financial services firm.
• Enjoy unparalleled growth opportunities and access to ongoing professional development.
• Flexible in-office schedule to accommodate work-life balance.
• Competitive compensation and incentives tied to performance.

If you're ready to take the next step in your legal career while working for a respected firm that values your expertise, we'd love to hear from you!

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