Associate Attorney: trust and estates

This job is temporary (approximately 6-9 months), with the possibility of a permanent position.

Absolute Trust Counsel is a small, established law firm in Walnut Creek focusing on estate planning, estate and trust administration, probate, Medi-Cal planning and special needs planning. We are seeking a full-time associate to provide a high level of support to our clients, affiliates and our team, although it could be part-time if that is preferred. This position will play an important role in our growth strategy by providing exceptional customer service, a strong eye for detail, and a passion for meeting expectations. Our first priority is our clients' well-being, and we take great pride in making our planning processes pleasant, convenient and efficient. This position offers considerable opportunity in one of California's most desirable communities.

The applicant should be a member of the State Bar of California and have good educational credentials. The right candidate is someone who has strong background as an estate planning, trust administration, and probate attorney.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Primary responsibility for all aspects of client matters

• Supervision of other team members to assist with complicated legal matters and to ensure efficiency, promptness and high quality work

• Client meetings and other interaction to determine clients’ needs, to answer questions, explain procedures, plan and strategize and solve problems

• Writing trust and estate-related documents, correspondence and petitions

• Court appearances

• Assessing cases and strategizing for optimal efficiency and client satisfaction

• Assist with special projects

• Ensure assigned files progress towards completion in a timely manner

Requirements:

• Active membership in good standing – State Bar of California

• Experience as a trust and estates attorney

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

• Strong relationship building skills

• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team

• Outstanding organizational abilities

• Strong work ethic and high level of integrity

• Knowledge of relevant software including MS Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.)

• Knowledge of standard office practices and procedures

COMPENSATION IS BASED ON QUALIFICATIONS.

If you think you're the right person for the job, send your resume by replying to this job posting, and complete our form using the link below:

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Absolute Trust Counsel is dedicated to helping people make informed decisions about the management of their assets and health care. We strive to provide a work environment that enables every Team Member to reach the highest possible level of professional and personal fulfillment.

The job description and responsibilities listed are meant to describe the general nature and level of work to be performed; it is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

Absolute Trust Counsel PC is an equal opportunity employer that sees diversity as a positive force in a drug-free workplace. We encourage minorities, women, veterans and disabled individuals to apply.

• http://www.absolutetrustcounsel.com