Associate Attorney Trusts and Estates Practice

Job Overview: A law firm seeks a dedicated Associate Attorney to join their Trusts, Estates, and Elder Law practice group in Asheville, NC. This role is ideal for an attorney interested in estate and trust administration who is eager to learn and grow in this field. The firm is looking for a candidate who can provide compassionate client service while working collaboratively with a team of attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants. This position offers the opportunity to guide clients through the complexities of estate and trust administration during life-changing events.

Duties:

• Advise fiduciaries, such as executors and trustees, on their legal duties and responsibilities.
• Assist clients in managing the discovery and administration of assets in probate estates and trusts.
• Prepare and file necessary probate documents, including inventories and annual accounts.
• Build strong relationships with clients, offering empathetic and thoughtful guidance.
• Communicate effectively with beneficiaries and other parties involved in the estate or trust administration process.
• Collaborate with team members to provide sensitive and efficient administration of estates and trusts.
• Manage multiple cases with attention to detail and strict adherence to probate deadlines.
• Engage in creative problem-solving to navigate complex estate matters.
• Meet a minimum billable hour requirement of 1,300 annually, with additional hours dedicated to professional development, community involvement, and business development.

Requirements:

• Licensed to practice law in North Carolina or eligible for admission via waiver into the North Carolina Bar.
• Strong interest in the estate and trust administration.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build trust and rapport with clients.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple cases efficiently.
• A proactive approach to handling legal matters and working within a collaborative team environment.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Licensed to practice law in North Carolina (or eligible to waive into the North Carolina Bar).

Skills:

• Proficiency in probate and estate administration processes.
• Strong client relationship management and communication skills.
• Organizational abilities to manage deadlines and multiple legal files.
• Problem-solving skills for complex estate and trust matters.

Benefits:

• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid parental leave.
• Professional development assistance and support for career growth.

Location:

• Asheville, NC

This position is ideal for an attorney seeking to develop their career in estate and trust administration while working in a supportive, client-focused legal environment. The role offers professional growth, mentorship, and an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in clients’ lives.

Founded toward the end of the nineteenth century, this prestigious law firm has two offices in the state of North Carolina and specializes in various aspects of business law, finance law, and litigation. It employs a significantly large number of highly skilled attorneys divided into various teams such as the business-corporate law team, the construction law team, the development legal team, the labor & employment law team, and the healthcare law team.