Estate Administration - Probate Attorney
Job Description
Job Description
Are you looking for an opportunity to learn and grow your career? Our law firm is looking for the next associate attorney to assist in providing legal counsel to clients.
The Estate Administration/Probate Attorney’s primary responsibility is to oversee all estate administration matters.
Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s)
- 100% of all estate administration court deadlines are met, or a Motion to Extend Time to File is submitted to the court.
- 100% of all time is entered by the end of each week.
Compensation- $90,000 - $100,000, 401(k), benefits, and bonus
Compensation:
$90,000 - $100,000
Responsibilities:
- Attend court hearings or other legal proceedings, perform legal research, and work with senior associate attorneys to provide legal advice
- Maintain client files in an organized fashion to ensure up-to-date information is handy for other attorneys, paralegals and support staff
- Communicate with senior associates, paralegals, and clients to ensure cases are handled efficiently
- Review client issues on legal matters, analyze available options, and diligently work to determine the best course of action
- Create legal documents, including correspondence, briefs, motions, pleadings, contracts, affidavits, and settlement agreements for contract negotiations and proceedings
- Management, oversight, and primary responsibility for all estate administration matters
- Conduct follow-up call with probate clients
- Determine a plan for the administration of the Estate, what information is needed from the client, and communicate with the Estate Administration Team on next steps
- Review pleading drafts prepared by Estate Administration Legal Assistants and Paralegals
- Ensure that pleadings are submitted according to estate timelines
- Resolve any issues with the court surrounding a probate matter
- Communicate effectively and compassionately with clients through email, phone, and in-person meetings
- Ensure that all time is tracked accurately and submitted on time by the end of each week
Qualifications:
- Exceptional communication skills and problem-solving skills needed in order to work with all levels of staff and our clients
- Candidates must have passed the bar exam
- Ability to work with senior attorneys to best serve client needs and grow our client base
- Comfortable with technology and web-based apps
- Ability to consistently track and enter billable time in practice management software
- Effective teamwork and communication skills
Education and Experience:
- J.D. from an accredited Law School
- Active Massachusetts Bar Licensure
- 2-3 years of experience in Massachusetts probate matters as a primary concentration
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
About Company
At the Law Office of Polly Tatum, we go beyond legal services—we provide peace of mind. Our firm is a trusted partner for families navigating estate planning, estate administration, and elder law challenges. We offer a collaborative, client-focused work environment where attorneys can make an impact, grow professionally, and be part of something meaningful.
If you are an experienced estate planning, elder law, and probate attorney looking for a firm that values your expertise and commitment to client care, apply today!