Job Description
Job Description
McKean Smith is seeking a skilled and client-focused Estate Planning Attorney to join our team. The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of experience handling a broad range of estate planning matters, including drafting wills and trusts, administering estates, and advising clients on tax-efficient strategies. This role requires a strong understanding of estate, gift, and generation-skipping transfer tax laws, as well as exceptional interpersonal skills to build lasting client relationships.
Key Responsibilities:
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Advise clients on all aspects of estate planning, including wills, revocable and irrevocable trusts, powers of attorney, and advance healthcare directives
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Draft comprehensive estate planning documents tailored to client needs and objectives
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Conduct client consultations and collaborate on strategy for tax minimization, asset protection, and business succession
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Handle trust and estate administration, including probate proceedings, trust funding, and related filings
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Stay current on changes to federal and state estate, gift, and inheritance tax laws
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Coordinate with financial advisors, accountants, and other professionals to implement planning strategies
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Support clients with lifetime gifting strategies and charitable planning
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Handle guardianship and conservatorship matters as needed
Qualifications:
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Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
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Active bar membership in Oregon and/or Washington
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Minimum of 3–5 years of relevant experience in estate planning and estate administration
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Strong drafting and analytical skills with attention to detail
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Knowledge of federal and state tax laws related to estates and trusts
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Excellent client communication and relationship-building abilities
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Ability to manage multiple client matters independently and efficiently
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LL.M. in Taxation or CFP designation is a plus, but not required
Compensation & Benefits:
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Competitive salary based on experience
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Health, dental, and vision insurance
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Retirement plan with employer contribution
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Paid time off and flexible scheduling
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Continuing legal education (CLE) support
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Collaborative and supportive work environment
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
• Frequently required to stand
• Frequently required to walk
• Frequently required to sit
• Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
• Continually required to talk or hear
• Continually utilize visual acuity to operate equipment, read technical information, and/or use a keyboard
• Occasionally required to lift/push/carry items up to 50 pounds