Attorney/Lawyer

Job DescriptionJob Description

We are offering an opportunity for an Attorney, specializing in Estates and Trusts, to join our team based in Monterey, California. This position plays a crucial role in drafting estate documents, trust administrations, and probate while maintaining excellent communication and multitasking abilities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Draft and review estate documents ensuring their accuracy and legal validity.

• Administer trusts and handle related tasks effectively.

• Efficiently manage probate matters.

• Communicate effectively, handling frequent in-person or telephone calls with clients and team members.

• Act as a solution finder, addressing and resolving complex legal issues.

• Maintain excellent writing skills to produce well-crafted estate and trust documents in terms of content and form.

• Demonstrate initiative and the ability to learn quickly, while managing multiple tasks and meeting tight deadlines.

• Work effectively in a team and independently, demonstrating a high level of autonomy and responsibility.

• Utilize Microsoft Office applications proficiently in daily tasks.

• Apply skills in 'Estate Planning', 'Probate & Estate Administration', and 'Licensed Attorney' effectively in work tasks.

• Must hold an active license to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in the legal field is required.
• Proficiency in Estate Planning and Probate & Estate Administration is mandatory.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong ability to research and understand legal and complex documents.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• High degree of professional ethics and integrity.
• Excellent negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Proficient in legal research software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Commitment to ongoing legal education.

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