Associate Attorney - Estate Planning

Mason Law & Planning Group; Monument (CO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Mason Law & Planning Group in Colorado seeks an Associate Attorney to build a long-term estate planning practice serving families and business owners in the Monument and Colorado Springs area. This full-time, onsite role focuses on estate planning, business planning, probate, and trust administration.

You will work directly with clients to understand goals, draft documents, and guide clients through life transitions, with a supportive legal team and opportunities to deepen your expertise.

Qualifications

• JD licensed to practice law in Colorado, in good standing or via reciprocity
• At least 1 year of estate planning experience preferred
• Experience conducting client meetings and drafting estate or business planning documents preferred
• Strong communication and client-service orientation
• Excellent listening and client-centered approach
• Strong organizational skills and sound judgment
• Ability to travel up to 10% when needed
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace

Responsibilities

• Conduct estate planning consultations with clients
• Design and implement estate and business planning strategies
• Draft trusts, wills, powers of attorney, and related documents
• Guide clients through probate and trust administration
• Participate in educational events and community outreach

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Listening skills

Organizational skills

Travel ability

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Active Colorado license to practice law

In good standing with the Colorado State Bar or reciprocity status

Job description

Build your estate planning practice in a thriving Colorado community where attorneys enjoy meaningful client relationships, a collaborative team environment, and the quality of life that comes with working close to home. Mason Law & Planning Group is growing and seeking an Associate Attorney who wants to build a long-term practice serving families and business owners in the Monument and Colorado Springs area.

About the Firm

Mason Law & Planning Group provides comprehensive estate planning, wealth management, and strategic business services to individuals, families, and business owners. Our team is dedicated to helping clients protect their assets, plan for the future, and navigate important life transitions with confidence and clarity.

Founded in 2012, our firm has built a reputation for thoughtful legal guidance and personalized client service. Over the past 2 years, the firm has doubled in both size and revenue as more families and business owners turn to our team for trusted advice. We are continuing to grow and are committed to building a strong team of attorneys who want to grow with us.

Our culture is grounded in connection, sensitivity, communication, and excellence. We value attorneys who care deeply about client relationships and who enjoy working collaboratively with a team that supports one another.

Why Attorneys Enjoy Working Here

• Build meaningful relationships with families and business owners in the community
• Practice in a collaborative environment where teamwork and communication matter
• Work directly with clients and guide them through important life and financial decisions
• Be part of a firm that is actively growing and investing in its future
• Contribute to a practice focused on thoughtful planning rather than high-pressure litigation

We are particularly interested in attorneys based in the Monument or Colorado Springs area, or those excited about building their career serving this community.

About the Role

This full-time, onsite role focuses on estate planning, business planning, probate, and trust administration. You will work directly with clients to understand their goals and helpdesign plans that protect their families, businesses, and legacies.

This role offers the opportunity to deepen your estate planning expertise while building strong client relationships and working closely with a supportive legal team.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct estate planning consultations with clients
• Design and implement estate and business planning strategies
• Draft trusts, wills, powers of attorney, and related documents
• Guide clients through probate and trust administration matters
• Participate in educational events and community outreach

What We Are Looking For

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree with an active license to practice law in Colorado and in good standing with the Colorado State Bar, or currently pursuing admission through reciprocity
• At least 1 year of estate planning experience strongly preferred
• Experience conducting client meetings and drafting estate or business planning documents preferred
• Strong communication skills and the ability to explain complex legal concepts clearly to clients
• Strong interpersonal skills and commitment to exceptional client service
• Excellent listening skills and a thoughtful, client-centered approach
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and exercise sound judgment
• Ability to travel up to 10 percent when needed
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance