Partner - Trusts & Estates
About the role
We are seeking an experienced Partner to join and strengthen our Trusts, Estates, and Wealth Preservation practice in our Naples office. This is a high-profile lateral opportunity for a sophisticated estate planning attorney with a substantial portable book of business. We are looking for a seasoned attorney who specializes in serving high-net-worth individuals and families.
Responsibilities
- Provide sophisticated estate planning counsel to high-net-worth clients, including the design and implementation of customized wealth preservation strategies.
- Draft and advise on complex wills, revocable and irrevocable trusts, family limited partnerships, charitable giving vehicles, and advanced tax planning structures.
- Handle wealth transfer planning, estate and gift tax matters, and business succession planning.
- Manage trust administration and probate matters.
- Build and expand a robust book of business through exceptional client service and business development.
- Collaborate with colleagues across the firm's other practice areas (tax, real estate, corporate, etc.) to deliver comprehensive solutions to clients.
- Mentor and develop junior attorneys and support staff in the practice group.
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
- Active membership in good standing with the Florida Bar (or eligibility to waive in).
- Experience in Trusts & Estates, with a strong focus on high-net-worth estate planning and wealth preservation.
- A significant portable book of business - candidates should have a demonstrated track record of originating and managing client relationships, ideally with high-net-worth individuals and families.
- Extensive experience with sophisticated planning techniques, including irrevocable life insurance trusts (ILITs), grantor retained annuity trusts (GRATs), dynasty trusts, and charitable planning.
- Excellent drafting, negotiation, and client relationship management skills.
- Strong business development acumen and a proactive, entrepreneurial mindset.
Benefits
- Health
- Dental
- Vision
- Paid Time Off
- Bonus
- 401(k) Match
- Pension
Contact Information
Email Your Resume In Word To Danny.Macatee@CyberCoders.com
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