What are the responsibilities and job description for the Estate Planning & Administration Attorney position at Dunn Carney LLP?
Dunn Carney LLP’s Estate Planning Group is growing and we are seeking an attorney with 8-12 years of experience handling Oregon and Washington matters. This is an opportunity to take on meaningful responsibility in a collaborative, mid-sized firm where your work will have direct client impact.
The ideal candidate is skilled in handling high-level, sophisticated estate planning and administration matters and has the capacity and interest to take on new clients and matters. The successful candidate will be comfortable managing their own caseload, communicating effectively with clients, and handling estate matters with professionalism and care. We welcome candidates who would bring an established practice assistant or paralegal with them.
What You’ll Do
• Advise clients on sophisticated estate, trust, and tax planning strategies
• Draft wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and related estate planning documents
• Handle probate and trust administration matters from start to finish
• Meet with clients to assess goals and develop tailored legal solutions
• Develop new client relationships and take on new matters
• Conduct legal research and stay up to date on changes in relevant law
• Collaborate with support staff and maintain accurate records
What We’re Looking For
We are seeking a motivated, detail-oriented attorney who takes ownership of their work and is committed to delivering excellent client service.
Qualifications:
· 8–12 years of estate planning and probate experience; some book of business preferred
· Strong knowledge of Oregon probate and trust laws (similar experience with Washington law a plus)
· Excellent writing, research, and analytical skills
· Outstanding communication, organizational, and time-management abilities
· Ability to manage multiple matters in a deadline-driven environment
· Confidence in client interaction and collaboration with colleagues
· J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to the Oregon State Bar (Washington State Bar Association admission a plus, but not required)
Why Dunn Carney
We offer more than just interesting work; we offer a place to build a career. You will be part of a supportive, team-oriented environment where attorneys are encouraged to grow, take initiative, and develop their practice.
We are committed to fostering a workplace that values diverse perspectives and backgrounds. That commitment strengthens our firm, our client relationships, and our community.
How to Apply
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and 3–5 page writing sample to:
HumanResources@dunncarney.com
Dunn Carney LLP is an equal opportunity employer and actively encourages applications for employment from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. If you need reasonable accommodations to apply for any position, please let us know. All employment decisions, practices and procedures are carried out without regard to gender, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or any other applicable legally protected status.