Estate Attorney

Our expanding law firm is looking for an experienced estate planning attorney. We require a highly analytical applicant with excellent negotiation and organizational abilities who is available to work full-time. You will prepare documents such as wills, trusts, and powers of attorney as our estate planning attorney. This role carries a great deal of responsibility and seeks to eliminate questions regarding how an estate should be managed. Our ideal candidate will have extensive estate planning knowledge, be a qualified attorney, and have excellent written communication abilities. Responsibilities Confer with senior partners and paralegals to effectively move through the civil litigation process Educate clients about options for retirement, donating to charity, and purchasing insurance Communicate with clients about plans for dispersing their assets Keep client files properly organized and up to date Help solve legal problems for clients through analyzing the situation, understanding their needs, and creating a strategic plan of action What You’ll Own Client Representation & Case Management Active participation in client matters from initial consultation through plan design, drafting, execution, and completion Ensure a seamless, high-touch client experience throughout the planning process Adhering to timelines, deliverables, and follow-ups to keep matters moving efficiently Estate Planning Design & Drafting Design, draft, and review basic and advanced estate planning documents tailored to client needs Prepare wills, revocable and irrevocable trusts, asset protection strategies, and related documents Review documents for legal accuracy, consistency, and alignment with client goals Client Meetings & Counseling Meet directly with clients to understand goals, explain legal options, and provide clear guidance Translate complex legal concepts into practical, understandable advice Build trust-based, long-term client relationships Professional Collaboration & Firm Growth Collaborate with financial advisors, wealth managers, CPAs, and other professionals Contribute to firm growth through relationship building and excellent client service Support continuous improvement of firm processes and client experience Team Collaboration Work closely with paralegals, legal assistants, and operations staff to deliver high-quality work Lead matters in alignment with firm standards, workflows, and values Serve as a positive, collaborative presence within the firm Our Core Values We Care – genuine care for clients, teammates, and outcomes Seek Excellence – high standards in both effort and execution Growth Mindset – coachable, reflective, continuously improving Clarity – direct communication, clean handoffs, no ambiguity Qualifications At least 1–2 years of working in a law firm on estate planning and probate law issues is necessary Member in good standing and actively involved with the ABA (American Bar Association) Excellent communication skills, especially in highly stressful and emotional situations Bachelor’s degree with a legal background and J.D. degree are required Wide range of knowledge regarding real estate-related topics such as title insurance, wills and trusts, property management, and litigation 3+ years of experience in estate planning, asset protection, and trust administration Active Tennessee Bar license or ability to obtain promptly upon hire LLM is a plus Strong client communication, relationship-building, and leadership skills Ability to adapt and thrive in a dynamic, growing firm Compensation $80,000 – $120,000 per year plus bonus #J-18808-Ljbffr