Probate Attorney (Entry Level)

OVERVIEW:

You will represent clients in a variety of probate court proceedings including guardianships, conservatorships, decedents estates, contested will & trust matters. You will also draft pleadings, engage in motion practice, conduct formal discovery and you guide clients with compassion through their difficult times.

Personality, character, intelligence, and integrity will be paramount considerations. High-maintenance, humorless, or self-important individuals will not succeed in this firm and should not apply. You MUST be willing to take initiative, a self-learner, have a solid ability to work independently (i.e., you naturally "figure it out" on your own), and you must value every member of our team equally.

What is it like at Keystone Law Firm?

Keystone Law Firm has been ranked one of the fastest growing law firms in Arizona. Our team members regularly say we are a collaborative, casual, passionate, and personally responsible bunch. You need to be able to thrive in an ever-changing environment as we continue to serve our clients. Expect heavy computer use and digital file maintenance. We are also a non-smoking office.

To learn more about us please visit our Career Site at https://takethejobchallenge.com/

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare various legal documents, such as motions, pleadings, briefs, and correspondence.
• Complete legal research and prepare motions, pleadings, and briefs.
• Determine case strategies and solutions to serve clients' needs after analysis.
• Represent clients in court to argue motions during legal proceedings.

SKILLS:

• Excellent grammar and writing skills.
• Strong attention to detail - if you don't LIKE details, this is not for you.
• Strong self-organizational skills.
• High expectations for yourself.
• Willing to forgive others and be gracious with mistakes.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Attorneys must have an Arizona bar license in good standing, or the ability to become licensed within 6 months from date of hire.
• Value the back-office support of an established firm with a good reputation
• Able to handle contested probate cases independently with little to no supervision.

COMPENSATION:

• Pay: $70,000 - $90,000
• Bonus eligible
• Health Insurance
• Paid holidays
• PTO
• 401k match