Associate Attorney

Orion Placement; Hilo (HI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Relocation assistance

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Orion Placement is seeking a Hawaii-licensed attorney to join a client-focused team in Hilo. The role involves handling family, civil, probate, and estate planning matters with in-person court appearances about once per month and travel within Hawaii as needed.

The position offers a hybrid work arrangement, potential relocation assistance, and a competitive compensation package in the $120,000 to $150,000 per year range. Strong legal writing and research skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Active license to practice law in Hawaii.
• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Attorney experience in any practice background is welcome.
• Strong knowledge of Hawaii court rules.
• Excellent legal research, writing, drafting, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage matters independently while working with a collaborative team.
• Strong communication, organization, judgment, and client service skills.
• Ability and willingness to travel within Hawaii for court proceedings.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in court proceedings and advocate effectively throughout the legal process.
• Handle a diverse range of family, civil, probate, and estate planning matters.
• Draft and review complaints, answers, motions, petitions, wills, powers of attorney, deeds, tax forms, advance directives, and other legal documents.
• Provide practical legal analysis, counsel, and solutions tailored to each client's needs and goals.
• Manage matters from initial client consultation through resolution.
• Prepare cases for hearings, proceedings, negotiations, and other key milestones.
• Maintain organized and accurate case files, correspondence, deadlines, and records.
• Conduct legal research and stay current on applicable laws, regulations, and Hawaii court procedures.
• Collaborate with our team while independently managing your caseload and priorities.
• Travel within Hawaii as needed for court proceedings and client matters.

Skills

Legal research

Drafting

Court appearances

Client counseling

Travel within Hawaii

Education

Juris Doctor

Job description

Pay: $120,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a growing, client-focused legal team where your work can make a meaningful difference for individuals and families throughout Hawaii.
• Build or expand your practice across a diverse mix of family, civil, probate, and estate planning matters.
• Enjoy flexibility through a hybrid work arrangement, with the option for full-time in-person work in Hawaii for those who prefer it.
• Take advantage of a competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits, and potential relocation assistance.
• Work with a supportive team that values initiative, professionalism, strong advocacy, and personalized client service.
• Attorneys at any experience level and from a variety of practice backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Location

Hilo, Hawaii, with a flexible hybrid work arrangement. Full-time in-person work in Hawaii is preferred, and attorneys should be available for in-person court appearances approximately once per month and regular travel to the Big Island and other Hawaiian islands as needed for court proceedings. Relocation assistance may be available.

Note

An active license to practice law in Hawaii is required to be considered for this opportunity. We are open to attorneys at all experience levels and from a variety of backgrounds, including law firms, in-house environments, and solo practice.

About Us

We are a client-centered legal team committed to helping individuals and families navigate important legal challenges and plan confidently for the future. Our practice offers the opportunity to work across family, civil, probate, and estate planning matters while providing thoughtful, personalized legal guidance. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Represent clients in court proceedings and advocate effectively throughout the legal process.
• Handle a diverse range of family, civil, probate, and estate planning matters.
• Draft and review complaints, answers, motions, petitions, wills, powers of attorney, deeds, tax forms, advance directives, and other legal documents.
• Provide practical legal analysis, counsel, and solutions tailored to each client's needs and goals.
• Manage matters from initial client consultation through resolution.
• Prepare cases for hearings, proceedings, negotiations, and other key milestones.
• Maintain organized and accurate case files, correspondence, deadlines, and records.
• Conduct legal research and stay current on applicable laws, regulations, and Hawaii court procedures.
• Collaborate with our team while independently managing your caseload and priorities.
• Travel within Hawaii as needed for court proceedings and client matters.

Qualifications

• Active license to practice law in Hawaii required.
• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Attorney experience in any practice background is welcome.
• Strong knowledge of legal procedure and the ability to navigate Hawaii court rules.
• Excellent legal research, writing, drafting, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage matters independently while working effectively with a collaborative team.
• Strong communication, organization, judgment, and client service skills.
• Ability and willingness to travel within Hawaii as needed for court proceedings.

Why You Will Love Working Here

We offer the opportunity to do meaningful legal work while building a broad and rewarding practice. You will have the flexibility to manage your work in a hybrid environment, collaborate with a supportive team, and make a direct impact on clients facing important legal decisions. Whether you are an early-career attorney looking to broaden your experience or a seasoned attorney seeking a new chapter, we welcome professionals who bring initiative, strong judgment, and a genuine commitment to helping clients.

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Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance