Associate Attorney

Job Description Job Description We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Associate Attorney to join our growing practice. The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in estate and business planning, tax work, and transactional law. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven attorney eager to develop across a broad range of complex legal matters in a collegial and professional environment. You will work directly with clients and senior attorneys on matters spanning estate planning, wealth management, probate, trust administration, business formations, corporate reorganizations, like-kind exchanges, commercial law, and federal and state taxation. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Draft and administer complex estate plans, wills, revocable and irrevocable trusts, and related instruments Advise clients on wealth transfer strategies, estate and gift tax planning, and asset protection Manage probate and trust administration matters, including court filings and beneficiary communications Structure and document business formations, operating agreements, buy-sell arrangements, and shareholder agreements Advise on and execute mergers, acquisitions, and divisive reorganizations, including due diligence and deal documentation Structure 1031 like-kind exchange transactions and coordinate with qualified intermediaries Provide broad-based federal and state tax advice to individuals, pass-through entities, and corporations Advise on entity liquidations, corporate restructurings, and tax-deferred transactions Collaborate with senior attorneys on complex, multi-disciplinary client matters REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school Licensed to practice law in Mississippi Strong working knowledge of federal and state tax principles applicable to individuals, trusts, and business entities Proficiency drafting complex legal instruments including wills, deeds, trusts, operating agreements, and transactional documents, and probate documents Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills with acute attention to detail Ability to manage multiple client matters and deadlines simultaneously in a fast-paced environment Professional communication skills, written and verbal PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS LL.M. in Taxation or Estate Planning 3-5 years of experience at a law firm Qualified candidates should submit the following materials to the Firm's Administrator, Court Hutchinson Cover letter describing your interest and relevant experience Current resume or curriculum vitae Writing sample demonstrating legal drafting or analytical ability (5–10 pages preferred) Law school transcript (unofficial acceptable for initial review) Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance Company Description At Barnes, Bailey, Janoush & Dick, P.A., our firm is built to meet that need with sophisticated, integrated counsel tailored to both individuals and businesses. We provide experienced representation in estate and trust planning and administration, charitable and non-charitable gift planning, and estate and trust litigation. Our team advises clients on business planning, asset protection, mergers and acquisitions, and business litigation. In the area of real estate, we manage complex commercial transactions with clarity and precision. Additionally, we represent clients in federal and state tax audits and litigation and offer strategic tax planning designed to preserve wealth and support long-term profitability. By aligning legal insight with a financial perspective, we help clients navigate intricate challenges and achieve enduring success. Practice Areas: Estate & Trust Planning/Administration Charitable & Non-Charitable Gift Planning Estate & Trust Litigation Business Planning Business Litigation Asset Protection Mergers & Acquisitions Commercial Real Estate Federal & State Tax Audit/Litigation Tax Planning Company Description At Barnes, Bailey, Janoush & Dick, P.A., our firm is built to meet that need with sophisticated, integrated counsel tailored to both individuals and businesses. We provide experienced representation in estate and trust planning and administration, charitable and non-charitable gift planning, and estate and trust litigation. Our team advises clients on business planning, asset protection, mergers and acquisitions, and business litigation. In the area of real estate, we manage complex commercial transactions with clarity and precision. Additionally, we represent clients in federal and state tax audits and litigation and offer strategic tax planning designed to preserve wealth and support long-term profitability. By aligning legal insight with a financial perspective, we help clients navigate intricate challenges and achieve enduring success. Practice Areas: Estate & Trust Planning/Administration Charitable & Non-Charitable Gift Planning Estate & Trust Litigation Business Planning Business Litigation Asset Protection Mergers & Acquisitions Commercial Real Estate Federal & State Tax Audit/Litigation Tax Planningaa415a4b-8b21-40fc-a65c-70d2b25ca29a