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Tax/Estate Planner Attorney

BCG Attorney Search, Pleasanton, California, United States, 94566

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A well-established law firm is seeking a

Tax and Estate Planning Associate Attorney

with 1 to 6 years of relevant experience. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented and client-focused attorney with a strong interest in estate planning, wealth transfer strategies, and tax law. The role offers an excellent opportunity to work closely with high-net-worth individuals, families, and business owners, while developing deep expertise in a specialized and high-demand practice area.

Location Pleasanton, CA

Duties

Draft wills, revocable and irrevocable trusts, powers of attorney, and other estate planning documents

Advise clients on estate, gift, generation-skipping transfer (GST), and income tax planning strategies

Assist in structuring wealth transfers, charitable giving, and business succession plans

Perform legal research and prepare memoranda on estate, trust, and tax law issues

Collaborate with partners on complex planning for high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth clients

Prepare or assist in the review of federal and state tax returns (706, 709, 1041, etc.)

Engage in trust and estate administration, including probate matters and fiduciary compliance

Maintain and build strong client relationships through excellent communication and service

Requirements

1 to 6 years of experience in estate planning and/or tax law

Strong working knowledge of federal gift, estate, and generation-skipping transfer tax rules

Experience handling estate and trust administration (preferred but not required)

Familiarity with planning strategies involving GRATs, IDGTs, SLATs, and charitable vehicles

Education Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school

Certifications

Active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction (state bar membership in relevant state preferred)

LL.M. in Taxation or Estate Planning (preferred but not required)

Skills

Excellent drafting and analytical skills

Strong research and written communication abilities

Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills

Professional demeanor and ability to manage sensitive client matters with discretion

Comfortable working independently and within a team

Benefits

Competitive base salary and discretionary bonus

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with firm contributions

Paid time off and holidays

Ongoing training, CLE support, and mentorship opportunities

Company info BCG Attorney Search 1750 Montgomery St Fl 1 San Francisco, CA 94111 Phone: (415) 464 6897 Fax: (213) 895-7306

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