What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Probate Attorney position at E.N. Banks-Ware Law Firm, LLC?
Company Description E.N. Banks-Ware Law Firm, LLC is a distinguished Atlanta-area firm focused on high-stakes divorce and sophisticated estate planning for seasoned professionals, including C-suite executives and senior leaders. Since 1991, the firm has served DeKalb County and Metro Atlanta with comprehensive legal services in complex asset division, trust formation, and asset protection strategies. The firm is known for its personalized approach, crafting tailored legal solutions that reflect each client’s personal and professional goals. With a reputation for professionalism, integrity, and strategic guidance in negotiations, mediations, and court proceedings, E.N. Banks-Ware is committed to protecting client interests and helping them navigate major life transitions with confidence.
Role Description The Associate Probate Attorney will support the firm’s estate planning and probate practice, with a focus on high-net-worth clients and complex estate matters. This full-time, on-site role in Lithonia, GA involves drafting wills, trusts, and probate pleadings; reviewing and interpreting estate planning documents; and advising clients on probate procedures and asset distribution. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting legal research, preparing memoranda and court filings, managing probate case files, and coordinating with courts, fiduciaries, and financial professionals to ensure timely administration of estates. The attorney will participate in client meetings, help develop strategic estate and asset protection plans, negotiate resolutions among beneficiaries, and assist senior attorneys with hearings and client communications. Collaboration with the firm’s divorce and family law team may be required to align probate and estate planning strategies with broader client objectives.
Qualifications
- Strong foundational knowledge in Law, with specific experience or coursework in Probate Law and Estate Planning.
- Ability to provide clear, practical Legal Advice to clients regarding probate procedures, fiduciary responsibilities, and asset distribution.
- Proficiency in legal Research, including statutes, case law, and regulations relevant to probate, trusts, and estate administration.
- Effective Negotiation skills for resolving disputes among heirs, beneficiaries, and other interested parties.
- Relevant exposure to Labor and Employment Law is beneficial, particularly for matters involving executive compensation, retirement plans, or business interests within estates.
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school and active membership in the State Bar of Georgia (or eligibility for admission).
- Prior experience in probate, estate planning, or related family law practice is strongly preferred.
- Exceptional written and oral communication skills, with attention to detail in drafting documents and court filings.
- Strong organizational skills, ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines, and a client-centered, ethical approach to practice.