Company Description
Doyle & Associates, PLLC is a progressive and forward-looking independent certified public accounting and consulting firm located in Farmington, MI dedicated to providing sophisticated tax, estate planning, trust administration, and wealth preservation services to individuals, families, business owners, and fiduciaries. Our collaborative team is committed to delivering exceptional legal counsel while building long-term client relationships.
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Tax & Estate Planning Attorney to join our practice. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in estate planning, trust and estate administration, gift and estate tax planning, and business succession planning. This attorney will work directly with high-net-worth individuals, families, and business owners to develop customized strategies that protect assets, minimize tax exposure, and achieve long-term legacy goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Draft and review estate planning documents, including wills, revocable and irrevocable trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives.
- Advise clients on federal and state estate, gift, income, and generation-skipping transfer tax matters.
- Design and implement advanced wealth transfer and asset protection strategies.
- Counsel fiduciaries on trust and estate administration matters.
- Represent clients before taxing authorities regarding estate, gift, and trust tax issues.
- Assist business owners with succession planning and ownership transitions.
- Conduct legal research and provide strategic recommendations on complex tax and estate planning issues.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships through exceptional service and communication.
- Collaborate with financial advisors, accountants, and other professional advisors.
Qualifications
Required
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
- Active license to practice law in Michigan.
- 3+ years of experience in tax law, estate planning, trust administration, or related practice areas.
- Strong drafting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple matters independently and efficiently.
Preferred
- LL.M. in Taxation.
- Experience working with high-net-worth clients.
- Knowledge of business succession planning and closely held business structures.
- Experience preparing or reviewing estate and gift tax returns.
- Portable book of business is a plus but not required.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Performance-based bonus opportunities.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) with employer contribution.
- Paid time off and firm holidays.
- Continuing legal education and professional development support.
- Flexible work arrangements.
Why Join Us?
- Sophisticated and rewarding client matters.
- Collaborative and supportive team environment.
- Opportunities for professional growth and leadership.
- Strong commitment to work-life balance and client excellence.
Pay: $125,000.00 - $170,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
