Estate Planning, Probate, and Business Formation Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A well-established estate planning, probate, and business formation firm is seeking an experienced Associate Attorney with 2+ years of relevant experience to join their team in Middle Georgia. The ideal candidate will be passionate about client service, eager to grow professionally, and committed to helping clients navigate complex estate planning, probate, and business formation matters. This opportunity offers a collaborative work environment, room for professional development, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the community.

Location:

• Perry, GA

Duties:

• Lead in estate planning, probate, and business formation matters
• Meet with clients, assess their legal needs, provide expert counsel, and build lasting client relationships
• Draft and review legal documents including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and other estate planning instruments
• Assist with designing business structures and providing tax planning advice
• Stay current on laws and regulations related to estate planning, probate, and business law
• Attend court hearings and represent clients in contested probate matters
• Support lead counsel in appellate matters appealed to the Superior Court
• Enhance the firm's community presence and participate in public forums
• Demonstrate leadership in legal matters and contribute to team development

Requirements:

• Minimum of two years of experience in estate planning, probate, and business formation
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
• Active membership in the Georgia State Bar
• Proficiency with MS Office applications
• Exceptional attention to detail and excellent time-management skills
• Strong communication, negotiation, and public speaking abilities
• Ability to thrive in a high-energy, deadline-driven environment
• Flexibility to manage urgent matters effectively

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Active Georgia State Bar membership

Skills:

• Expertise in estate planning, probate law, and business formation
• Strong legal writing, research, and drafting skills
• Excellent client management and communication skills
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Highly organized with exceptional time management
• Ability to adapt to fast-paced, changing environments

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with bonus potential based on billed and collected fees
• Additional compensation and bonus for bringing in new business
• Eleven (11) paid holidays
• Ten (10) vacation/sick leave days
• Professional development opportunities
• Collaborative and supportive work environment
• Ability to make a positive impact on the community through work and support of a non-profit organization