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Trust Estate Planning Associate or

FOLEY & LARDNER- MILWAUKEE

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Compensation
$225–310K/yr
Location
MILWAUKEE, WI
Work Authorization
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Active Bar Membership In Good StandingWisconsin Bar AdmissionDoctorate

Job overview

Foley & Lardner LLP seeks an associate with 1–4 years of relevant experience for its Estate Planning Practice Group in Milwaukee or Madison. The associate will support estate planning, tax planning, charitable planning, and estate and trust administration matters. Applicants must hold a JD from an ABA-accredited law school and be active members in good standing of the bar where admitted; timely Wisconsin Bar admission is a condition of employment.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Estate PlanningTrust and Estate AdministrationTax PlanningDraftingAnalytical SkillsCommunicationAttention to DetailMatter Management

Qualifications

1+ Years Relevant ExperienceJuris DoctorActive Bar Membership in Good StandingWisconsin Bar AdmissionStrong Academic Credentials

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match

Full job description

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Foley & Lardner LLP is seeking an associate with 1-4 years of relevant experience to join its Estate Planning Practice Group in either our Milwaukee or Madison office. The associate will support a broad range of estate planning and administration matters, including assisting with the drafting of estate planning and business succession documents for high-net-worth individuals and business owners, supporting income, gift, estate, and generation-skipping transfer tax planning analyses, and contributing to charitable planning and tax-exempt organization matters. The role also includes involvement in estate and trust administration, including probate proceedings and fiduciary advisory work, as well as assisting in the preparation and review of federal estate and gift tax filings. This position is well suited for an associate looking to deepen their technical skill set while gaining meaningful experience and increasing levels of responsibility in a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong drafting, analytical, and communication skills, along with a detail-oriented approach and the ability to manage multiple matters effectively. Candidates should have a foundational understanding of estate planning, trust and estate administration, and related tax concepts, and a demonstrated interest in developing a long-term practice in this area. Strong academic credentials are required. Applicants must hold a JD from an ABA accredited law school and be active members in good standing of the Bar of the jurisdiction(s) where admitted to practice. Timely admission to Wisconsin Bar will be a condition of employment. Interested applicants should submit a resume, law school transcript, and cover letter noting office preference. Current judicial clerks need to apply directly and may not be submitted by a legal recruiter. In support of transparency and equity in the workplace, Foley provides salary ranges for all positions. The expected salary range for this position is between $225,000 - $310,000. Actual pay will be determined based on education, experience, internal pay equity at Foley, and other job-related factors permitted by law. Foley offers a comprehensive benefit program which currently includes Medical, Dental and Vision insurance; 401(k) Retirement; Disability and Life insurance; Adoption Assistance; Backup Care for Dependents. Foley & Lardner LLP is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled. Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/M/F/Vet/Disabled. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/5EAED1A26C5C4364 Qualified females, minorities, and special disabled veterans and other veterans are encouraged to apply.

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