Associate Attorney of Probate

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits :

401(k)

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Peakstone Law Group is seeking an attorney with a proven track record in estate planning, trusts & estates, probate litigation, and estate administration. The ideal candidate for this role must possess a valid Colorado law license, duly admitted, and in good standing to practice in the State of Colorado. Alongside a solid background in the listed areas, we prioritize candidates who excel in maintaining a billable hours schedule and demonstrate consistent output in their work.

Qualifications :

• Valid law license in Colorado (required)
• Doctorate in Law (required)
• Experience in estate planning, trust & estates, and estate administration (preferred, but we will train in the practice area for the right candidate)
• Experience with keeping up with billable hourly expectations (required)
• Ability to work in collaboration with others

Key Attributes :

• Responsible problem-solver with a high level of motivation
• Superior communication skills (both oral and written), legal writing heavily preferred
• High attention to detail and organizational excellence
• Proficiency in general computer software and Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, etc)
• Capacity to learn, integrate feedback, and diligence to the practice

Customer Service and Customer Facing :

• Prioritizes the experience of potential clients
• Establishes professional boundaries and timelines
• Demonstrates excellence in professional communication with clients
• Shows clients and potential clients credibility and builds rapport

Commitment

• Shows initiative
• Strong work ethic
• Ability to execute all tasks in a given field
• Resilience in facing setbacks
• Showing dedication to the practice and providing outstanding service

Communication

• Respectful communication that is direct, clear, and compassionate
• Open to professional coaching
• Shows an ability to improve written and verbal skills over time

Problem Solving

• Ability to define and prioritize tasks clearly and effectively
• Ability to ask concise and clarifying questions
• Capacity to engineer creative solutions
• Able to work independently, but ready to ask questions