Attorney At Law - Estate Planning

We are seeking a dynamic and highly skilled Senior Associate Attorney with experience in real estate law to join our client's legal team. This pivotal role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a reputable firm across a diverse range of legal areas, including real estate, estate planning, family law, banking/finance law, and more. As a Senior Associate Attorney, you will play a key role in providing comprehensive legal counsel, conducting in-depth research, drafting legal documents, and supporting litigation efforts, with support from a paralegal and a collaborative team. A book of business is highly preferred. Your expertise will help us remain compliant with applicable laws and advance our strategic objectives. This role is a great fit for a motivated professional who wants to make a meaningful impact through innovative legal solutions and collaborative teamwork on a partner path. Strong business-minded individual preferred; growth path is managing partner. Duties

Strong business development skills, bring in own clients, and obtain clients from the firm

Lead complex legal research using tools such as LexisNexis and Westlaw to support case strategies and legal opinions.

Draft and review a wide array of legal documents, including contracts, pleadings, memoranda, and regulatory filings, with precision and clarity

Provide expert guidance on estate planning, family law, trusts and wills, and financial institutions.

Negotiate settlements and legal agreements effectively to protect client interests and foster positive outcomes.

Support litigation efforts by preparing case files, managing discovery, and representing clients in court proceedings as needed.

Collaborate with internal teams to ensure compliance with federal and state laws across multiple jurisdictions.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school; active license to practice law in relevant jurisdictions (VA)

Proven experience in multiple practice areas, including real estate, estate planning, family law, securities law, financial / banking law

Strong research skills utilizing LexisNexis and Westlaw platforms for comprehensive legal analysis

Exceptional writing skills demonstrated through clear legal drafting and effective Communication of complex concepts.

Demonstrated ability to negotiate effectively while maintaining professionalism under pressure

Legal administrative experience, including managing case files and maintaining accurate records

Proficiency in using legal research tools and case management software to streamline workflows

As a Senior Associate Attorney, leverage your diverse expertise in a fast-paced environment that values proactive problem-solving and innovative legal thinking. The firm is committed to fostering growth through continuous learning opportunities while supporting your professional development. If you thrive on tackling challenging cases across multiple practice areas with enthusiasm and precision, this is the role for you! Opportunity for advancement into the Managing Partner role over time and success.

Competencies:

Interpersonal Communication: relates well to all kinds of people; ability to gain trust and successfully build relationships with others; orientation toward teamwork; builds appropriate rapport; uses diplomacy and tact; can navigate critical conversations—strong ability in both writing and verbal Communication.

Prioritization: spends their time and the time of others on what is most important and effective; understands how to use time strategically and set aside distractions; can quickly sense what will help or hinder the accomplishment of a goal; eliminates roadblocks; creates focus for self and team.

Good Judgment: makes better decisions than most. Ability to combine personal qualities with relevant knowledge and experience to form opinions and make decisions. Listening well to others with undivided attention, understanding what is said and what is not.

Self-Starter: has the initiative and ability to work independently. This needn't mean working on their own, but rather being able to operate effectively without needing too much supervision. Able to think critically and problem solve.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Pay: $150,000.00 - $180,000.00 per year