Jupiter, FL, US
Emp Type: Full time / Direct Hire
Industry: LEGAL/LAW FIRM
Salary: 90,000 - 100,000 Annual
2 weeks ago
Job Description
Established Jupiter, Florida estate planning and real estate practice is seeking an experienced
Associate Attorney who is compassionate, self-motivated and hard-working with a strong
commitment to stellar work and client service.
Responsibilities & Duties:
• Meet with clients regarding their estate planning goals, family dynamics, and financial
circumstances and provide counsel regarding recommended estate planning.
• Draft estate plan documents including Revocable Trusts, Irrevocable Trusts, Special
Needs Trusts, Wills and Advance Directives.
• Manage probate and trust administrations from initiation through closure, including
guiding clients and beneficiaries with empathy throughout the process and drafting court
pleadings.
• With minimal supervision, lead and take ownership and responsibility for client work
from initial meeting through completion with a strong commitment to timeliness and
client-focused accurate work.
• Supervise and mentor paralegal team.
Applicant requirements:
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Florida Bar.
• Must have minimum 2 years experience in estate planning.
• Exceptional skill and efficiency in drafting high quality estate planning documents.
• Experience in trust and estate administration.
• Experience leading client meetings.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple diverse client legal matters with minimal
supervision, timeliness and accuracy.
• Must be ambitious, motivated, hard-working and a self-starter.
• High-level organizational and time-management skills, with meticulous attention to
detail.
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills.
• Exemplary verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Proficient in Lawgic and Lexis Nexis.
We offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits
package, including paid time off and a 401k plan with matching and profit sharing.