Probate & Property Attorney

CAROLINA LEGAL ASSOCIATES; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Carolina Legal Associates in Columbia is seeking a Probate Attorney to focus on probate, wills, trusts, and related estate matters, leveraging property law experience to resolve complex issues. You will manage probate proceedings from start to finish, draft documents, advise on guardianships, and collaborate with fiduciaries and beneficiaries to support the organization's mission.

Salary range is $60,000 to $70,000 with strong benefits in a supportive, independent work environment where your

Qualifications

• JD in good standing with the South Carolina Bar.
• Experience in probate law, trust administration, and property law.
• Friendly, approachable communication style.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage deadlines.
• Strong work ethic and drive to deliver results.
• Outstanding writing and verbal communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage probate proceedings from start to finish.
• Draft and review wills, trusts, and estate planning documents.
• Resolve property-related legal challenges tied to estates.
• Advise clients on guardianships and asset protection.
• Collaborate with family members, fiduciaries, and beneficiaries.
• Handle additional legal projects to support the organization's mission.

Skills

Probate law

Trust administration

Property law

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) & SC Bar license

Job description

Are you a dedicated lawyer who loves probate work but wants to make a meaningful community impact? A highly respected non-profit organization right here in Columbia is looking for a passionate Probate Attorney. Carolina Legal Associates is spearheading the search for this incredibly rewarding role. You will focus primarily on probate, wills, and trusts while utilizing your property law experience to resolve estate matters. Consequently, this position allows you to step away from the traditional private practice grind and focus entirely on mission-driven legal work.

What You Will Do

• Manage probate proceedings smoothly from start to finish.
• Draft and review wills, trusts, and vital estate planning documents.
• Resolve property-related legal challenges tied to various estates.
• Advise clients clearly on guardianships and essential asset protection.
• Collaborate compassionately with family members, fiduciaries, and beneficiaries.
• Tackle additional legal projects to support the organization's overarching mission.

What You Need to Succeed

• A Juris Doctor (JD) and an active license with the South Carolina Bar in good standing.
• Solid experience practicing probate law, trust administration, and property law.
• A friendly, approachable communication style that naturally puts clients at ease.
• Excellent organizational skills to manage diverse deadlines independently.
• A strong personal work ethic paired with a genuine drive to deliver great results.
• Outstanding writing and verbal communication abilities.

Why Apply?

This position offers a starting salary between $60,000 and $70,000, alongside great benefits. Furthermore, you will enjoy a supportive, independent work environment where your legal skills directly help those in need.

Carolina Legal Associates keeps all applications strictly confidential.

Note: This job description provides a general overview of the position. It does not represent an exhaustive list of all responsibilities or daily requirements.