Estate Planning Attorney

Orionplacement; Albuquerque (NM); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Orionplacement in Albuquerque, NM is seeking an experienced estate planning attorney to join our client-focused law firm on a hybrid schedule. You will counsel clients on comprehensive estate planning strategies, draft wills and trusts, and manage probate and trust administration from opening to final resolution.

The role requires an active New Mexico Bar license and 5+ years of estate planning experience, with strong writing, drafting, and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Active New Mexico Bar license.
• 5+ years 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.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Legal writing

Drafting

Communication

Client management

Job description

Pay: $95,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• 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

• Active New Mexico Bar license.
• 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.

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Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance