Associate Attorney

Kinghorn Law•Tucson, AZ

About The Position

The Estate Planning Attorney is the cornerstone of Kinghorn Law | Financial’s service fulfillment. This person works closely with clients to ensure they meet their estate planning goals and directs their estate administration. The Estate Planning Attorney presents to the public, consults with prospective clients, drafts and reviews estate planning documents, manages estate administration and probate matters, and provides continued support to our clients. This person has a high degree of responsibility and directs the efforts of other team members in client support, document production, and execution services. A successful candidate is interested in a long-term position and values stability in their career.

Requirements

Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school
Five to ten years’ experience in the legal field
Experience interacting with clients via phone, email, and in-person
Willingness to learn and contribute to a collaborative team environment
Rapport with individuals of all backgrounds
Effective written and verbal communication
Ability to effectively speak publicly and connect with clients and the community
Ability to research, learn, and self-teach quickly and effectively
Ownership in tracking, managing, and self-directing competing priorities to meet internal and external deadlines
Professional appearance and demeanor
Strong attention to detail and ability to create and proof documents with a meticulous eye
Exercises confidentiality and good judgment in all matters
Timely and dependable team player
Flexible and adaptable to new tasks, processes, or areas of support
Strategic problem-solving with an eye for continuous improvement
Adherence to all company or department policies and protocols
Exudes and upholds firm Core Values

Nice To Haves

Non-smoker preferred

Responsibilities

Seek out personal and professional development
Lead public and private workshops
Conduct initial client consultation meetings with prospective clients
Meet and exceed performance and revenue targets
Direct the Production Paralegal in drafting custom estate planning documents
Draft special language as required for a client’s estate plan
Review/proof completed estate plans for accuracy and completeness
Conduct and document signing meetings
Answer clients’ legal questions pertaining to their estate plans. Direct and delegate appropriate non-legal advice questions to support team members.
Actively participate in the firm’s marketing efforts
Actively cultivate professional relationships with referral sources
Earn 36 CLE units per year, including state-sponsored and American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys-sponsored educational events
Participate in monthly and weekly team/department meetings and contribute input to law firm operations and procedures
Be involved in the community and organizations of interest to the firm and attorney
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