Experienced Probate Associate Attorney

Lunn Law • Fayetteville, GA

19d

About The Position

Lunn Law LLC is seeking an experienced Probate Associate Attorney to manage a caseload of probate administration and contested probate matters from opening through resolution. The attorney will guide families through probate proceedings, represent clients in hearings, mediations, and trials, and communicate clearly with clients throughout each stage of their cases. The role involves working with support staff and other attorneys using modern legal technology. The firm values ownership, excellence, empathy, tenacity, patience, organization, coachability, and proactive communication, and offers room for career growth.

Requirements

• Georgia bar license in good standing.
• At least 3 years of practicing as an attorney in Georgia probate law.
• Experience handling both probate administration and contested probate matters.
• Exceptional communication and problem-solving skills for working with clients, staff members at all levels, and other attorneys.
• Ability to work through a case from opening to close.
• Empathy and compassion, with tenacity when clients' interests are at stake.
• Patience when working with grieving families or families in conflict.
• Organization and consistent attention to court deadlines.
• Proactive communication with clients and staff.
• Ownership of cases, follow-through, and a commitment to excellence.

Nice To Haves

• Estate planning experience.
• Coachability, comfort with technology, and interest in growing with the firm.

Responsibilities

• Manage estate administration matters from opening to close, including petitions, inventories, accountings, and distributions.
• Handle contested probate matters, including caveats, will contests, and fiduciary disputes.
• Represent clients in hearings, mediations, and trials.
• Meet with clients, explain the probate process clearly, and keep them informed at every stage.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and client correspondence.
• Work with support staff and other attorneys using modern legal technology.
• Manage cases independently, follow through, and meet court deadlines.

Benefits

• Performance-based bonuses.
• 401(k) with company matching.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Company life insurance.
• Short-term disability insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed