Associate Attorney

About the role

As we grow our presence in Gainesville and the surrounding communities, you'll have direct client interaction, ownership over meaningful cases, and a genuine growth track. No billable hours. Real cases from day one. Just real work that protects real families.

Responsibilities

• Show compassion when interacting with clients to earn their trust and build confidence.
• Educate the client and answer questions to ensure understanding of the plan.
• Gather needed information, including client details, designations, and confirm referrals.
• Provide these meeting details within 48 hours of the Attorney Engagement to the assigned Paralegal.
• Serve as the point of contact for client legal questions that require an attorney.
• Update the CRM system with meeting or call details on every interaction.
• Follow up with clients to maintain relationships.
• Manage caseload with minimal oversight and work directly with legal team members to ensure clients’ goals are met within the expected timeframe.
• Provide excellent service to ensure the client has an exceptional client experience.
• Seek opportunities for continuous learning to keep up to date with legal issues affecting our areas of practice.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

• Attorney admitted to the Georgia Bar and in good standing.
• Experience as an attorney, preferably related to Estate Planning, Probate, or Guardianship/Conservatorship- But not required.
• Excellent communication skills, including using appropriate tone and professionalism when engaging with clients.
• A strong ethical compass.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• A self-starter with a positive attitude, resilient emotional intelligence, strong work ethic, and good judgment.
• Strong negotiation skills, including the willingness and ability to reconcile differences and find mutual wins.
• An attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Pay

$90,000 yearly

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