Associate Attorney Estate Planning

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A law firm seeks a skilled Associate Attorney to join its team in Aspen, CO, focusing on family law, estate planning, and estate administration for high-net-worth individuals. This well-respected, woman-owned firm has established itself in Colorado and South Dakota, offering an opportunity for professional growth and development in a supportive environment. The firm is committed to fostering excellence and is looking for attorneys interested in long-term growth, with a potential path toward partnership.

Duties:

• Handle litigation cases related to divorce, prenuptial agreements, estate planning, and estate administration.
• Assist clients with complex financial issues, ensuring all legal documents and strategies are tailored to meet individual needs.
• Draft and review legal documents, including divorce decrees, estate plans, and tax-related documents.
• Provide expert legal advice and representation to high-net-worth clients.
• Develop strategies for complex cases, involving financial planning and asset protection.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and other team members to deliver high-quality client service.
• Manage a reasonable monthly billable hours requirement while maintaining flexibility in the work schedule.

Requirements:

• At least 4 years of experience in Colorado litigation or estate planning and tax law.
• Strong understanding of complex financial issues and the ability to handle high-stakes legal matters.
• Excellent legal writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently, as well as collaborate effectively with colleagues.
• Proven attention to detail and the ability to provide creative legal solutions.
• Must be admitted to practice law in Colorado.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to maintain long-term client relationships.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Active admission to the Colorado Bar.

Skills:

• Expertise in family law and estate planning, including divorce, prenuptial agreements, and complex estate matters.
• Strong litigation skills and experience handling high-net-worth client matters.
• Ability to manage complex financial and legal cases with a high degree of professionalism.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with an ability to meet billable hour expectations.

Benefits:

• Health insurance, life, and disability insurance.
• 8% SEP retirement contributions made by the firm.
• Flexibility in scheduling with a reasonable billable hours requirement.
• Opportunity for growth, including the potential for partnership.

This position provides an exciting opportunity to work in a firm dedicated to providing exceptional legal services while offering a flexible, supportive work environment. The firm values experienced, self-motivated attorneys looking to build long-term careers.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
200 South Wacker Drive, 31st Floor
Chicago
Illinois
United States 60606
Phone : (312) 321-9411
Fax : (213) 895-7306