Description:
Williams Coulson LLC, a Pittsburgh law firm focused on sophisticated estate and business planning, seeks an associate attorney with 1–3 years of experience to support its trusts and estates practice. This position offers the opportunity to work on estate and business planning matters, estate and trust administration, and related tax issues.Responsibilities:
- Assist with estate and business planning matters and the preparation of related documents.
- Handle estate and trust administration matters, including coordinating with clients, fiduciaries, accountants, and other advisors.
- Prepare and review estate and inheritance tax returns, fiduciary income tax returns, and related filings.
- Conduct legal research and prepare documents relating to estate and trust matters, including Orphans' Court proceedings.
- Assist with business formation, business transactions, and real estate transactions as needed.
- Manage deadlines, prioritize assignments, and follow matters through to completion.
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor degree and admission to practice law in Pennsylvania.
- One to three years of relevant trusts and estates experience.
- A background in estate, inheritance, and income tax matters.
- Strong research, writing, analytical, and client communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple matters efficiently.
- Experience with business planning and formation, business or real estate transactions, and/or Orphans' Court matters is a plus.
Compensation and Benefits:
- Highly competitive salary.
- Health insurance.
- Short- and long-term disability insurance and life insurance.
- 401(k) with profit sharing and employer match.
- Hybrid work schedule.
