What are the responsibilities and job description for the Estate Planning Attorney position at Farr Law Firm P.A.?
Estate Planning Associate Attorney with 3 Years of Experience
WHO WE ARE
For over 100 years, the Farr Law Firm P.A. has served Southwest Florida and remains dedicated to the responsible development of the business, social, and cultural climate of this growing, beautiful, and prosperous region. We are looking for Estate Planning attorneys to join our growing trusts and estates practice in Punta Gorda, Venice, and Sarasota.
ABOUT YOU
- Motivated to learn and driven to succeed within a dynamic and fast-paced business law practice
- Detail-oriented and highly organized
- Strong moral and ethical compass
- Dedicated to our local community
- Team player who recognizes the potential for growth within our firm
TYPICAL DAY
- Client Management – Communicate with clients to commence an engagement, to keep the matter moving forward on a timely basis, and to make certain that the firm’s efforts are in tune with the client’s needs
- Drafting documents
- Meeting with clients to execute documents
- Assist with any other legal matters as needed
QUALIFICATIONS
- Juris Doctor Degree
- Minimum of three years of experience
- Strong academic credentials
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Organized, efficient, and friendly with a strong work ethic
- Experience in drafting wills, trusts, and other estate planning documents
- Understanding of the state and federal tax laws, wills and trusts
- Ability to anticipate client needs; forward-thinking and solutions-oriented approach
- Strong Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) skills
HOW TO STAND OUT
- Intellectually curious and eager to take on and learn new matters
- Prior experience in estate planning matters preferred
- Strong problem-solving skills and entrepreneurial initiative
- Seasoned negotiation, drafting, and analytical skills
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Client-focused approach with a commitment to delivering exceptional work product and client service
- Organized, efficient, and friendly with a strong work ethic
- Motivated to succeed and deliver the highest quality work product within tight time constraints
- Ability to anticipate client needs; forward-thinking and solutions-oriented approach at all times
- Ability to work independently, after training, and collaboratively
WHAT WE OFFER
The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, life, and accidental death & dismemberment insurance; elective insurance plans; 401(k) retirement plan; workers' compensation, paid time off, and holidays.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
This firm is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship. This means that the firm will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, marital status, religion, national origin, sex/gender (including pregnancy), age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by law.