A Mid-size National law firm is currently seeking an Attorney with 5+ years' experience in International Estate Planning and/or tax planning. This position can be based in our Stamford, Connecticut office or in Naples or Palm Beach Gardens, Florida offices.
Desired Qualifications
Strong academic credentials with a J.D. degree from an ABA-approved law school and an active member in good standing in the Connecticut and/or New York or Florida bars.
Advising U.S. Clients
- with foreign assets on the proper structures to hold those assets, to minimize U.S. taxes and coordinating with foreign counsel.
- in structuring estate plan documents to benefit foreign beneficiaries.
- who are married to a non-U.S. citizen spouse on tax and estate planning structures to minimize U.S. estate and gift tax.
- on renouncing U.S. citizenship or abandoning long-term permanent residency.
- on structuring ownership in foreign businesses to minimize U.S. tax.
- Drafting U.S. estate plan documents for U.S. clients with foreign assets or foreign beneficiaries and coordinating with foreign counsel.
- Administering estates of U.S. individuals who own foreign assets.
Advising Foreign Clients
- in structuring investments in the U.S., including the acquisition of real estate.
- in tax efficient structures to transfer assets to U.S. beneficiaries on pre-immigration planning.
- Drafting U.S. estate plan documents for foreign clients with assets or beneficiaries in the U.S. and coordinating with foreign counsel.
- Administering estates of foreign individuals who own U.S. assets.
- Advising clients on U.S. reporting requirements for foreign investments and transfers from foreign entities or people.
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Education
- Doctorate (Required)
Experience
- Legal: 5 years (Preferred)
License/Certification
- Connecticut Bar License and/or Florida Bar License (Preferred)
Ability To Relocate
- Stamford, CT 06901: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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