Estate Planning Attorney

Orion Placement; Albuquerque (NM); Hybride; USD 120 000 - 180 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Hybrid work schedule

Professional development

Résumé du poste

Orion Placement is seeking an experienced estate planning attorney for a hybrid role based in Albuquerque, NM. You will counsel clients, draft key documents, and manage probate and trust administration from start to finish.

We value strong legal writing, independent client management, and clear communication, with a collaborative team and opportunities for growth. Applicants must have NM bar eligibility and references.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of estate planning attorney experience.
• Experience with probate and trust administration.
• Strong legal writing, drafting, and analytical skills.
• Ability to independently manage client matters.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Professional references required.
• Writing or drafting sample required.

Responsabilités

• Counsel clients on comprehensive estate planning strategies tailored to goals.
• Draft wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives.
• Manage probate and trust administration from opening to final resolution.
• Represent clients in guardianship, conservatorship, and fiduciary litigation.
• Appear in court for hearings and other proceedings.
• Develop strong client relationships through responsive communication.
• Collaborate with attorneys and staff to deliver exceptional service.
• Stay current on estate planning laws and practical strategies.

Connaissances

Estate planning

Probate

Trust administration

Legal writing

Client communication

Description du poste

• Join a respected, established law firm where your work directly helps individuals and families protect their futures.
• Handle a sophisticated mix of estate planning, probate, trust administration, guardianships, conservatorships, and fiduciary litigation matters.
• Enjoy meaningful client relationships and the opportunity to become a trusted advisor.
• Hybrid work schedule that supports work-life balance while maintaining a collaborative team environment.
• Work alongside experienced attorneys who value teamwork, professional development, and high-quality legal work.
• Build a long-term career with opportunities for growth, autonomy, and performance-based bonuses.

Location: Hybrid opportunity based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, offering the flexibility to split your time between the office and home while remaining closely connected to our collaborative legal team.

Note: Applicants must have an active New Mexico Bar license, 5+ years of estate planning attorney experience, be able to provide professional references, and submit a legal writing or drafting sample during the interview process.

About Us

We are a client-focused law firm dedicated to helping individuals and families navigate some of life's most important legal decisions. Our attorneys provide thoughtful guidance in estate planning, probate, trust administration, guardianships, conservatorships, and fiduciary disputes with compassion, professionalism, and practical solutions. We pride ourselves on building lasting client relationships while delivering exceptional legal service in a collaborative environment. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Counsel clients on comprehensive estate planning strategies tailored to their personal and financial goals.
• Draft wills, trusts, powers of attorney, healthcare directives, and other estate planning documents.
• Manage probate and trust administration matters from opening through final resolution.
• Represent clients in guardianship, conservatorship, and fiduciary litigation proceedings when necessary.
• Appear in court for hearings and other legal proceedings.
• Develop strong client relationships through responsive communication and trusted legal guidance.
• Collaborate with attorneys and staff to deliver exceptional client service and efficient case management.
• Stay current on estate planning laws and recommend practical legal strategies.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of estate planning attorney experience.
• Experience with probate and trust administration.
• Strong legal writing, drafting, and analytical skills.
• Ability to independently manage client matters.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Professional references required.
• Writing or drafting sample required.

Why You Will Love Working Here

You'll join a supportive team that values collaboration, integrity, and outstanding client service. We offer meaningful legal work, hybrid flexibility, opportunities for continued professional growth, and the chance to make a lasting difference for clients and their families during important life transitions.