What are the responsibilities and job description for the Attorney position at Jelks Law, PLLC?
Trust & Estates Attorney
We are an established trusts and estates firm seeking a dynamic, client-focused attorney to join our team. We are located in Chattanooga, Tennessee and also practice law in North Georgia.
Job Description
The primary function of this role is to conduct consultations with prospective clients in the areas of estate planning and probate. The role requires someone who can explain complex legal concepts in a way that clients can easily understand. You will be responsible for walking clients through all the provisions of their estate plans, ensuring they are fully informed and comfortable with every detail. Initial meetings with clients will be conducted alongside our managing attorney, providing an opportunity to learn and understand our approach. As you gain familiarity and confidence, you will gradually take the lead in client interactions, developing strong relationships and becoming a trusted advisor. In essence, we are looking for someone who is not just a skilled attorney, but also a compassionate communicator and an active community participant, dedicated to supporting our clients both inside and outside the office.
While we would prefer someone with full-time availability, we are open to other arrangements for the right candidate (e.g., part-time, of counsel).
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct consultations with prospective clients.
- Build relationships and trust with clients by demonstrating confidence, legal expertise, anda client-centered approach.
- Review and revise trusts, wills, powers of attorney, and other estate documents.
- Draft and review various probate documents including pleadings, motions, and orders.
- Guide executors through the probate administration process and trustees through the trust administration process.
- Delegate tasks to paralegals and support staff, ensuring timely completion.
- Represent clients in court proceedings related to probate matters.
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
- Licensed to practice law in Tennessee or willing to become licensed in Tennessee (a license in Georgia or Alabama is a plus but not required).
- 3-5 years of experience handling consultations with high conversion rates.
- Strong research and writing skills with the ability to draft clear legal documents.
- Ability to effectively manage and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in delegating tasks and supervising paralegal work.
- Highly organized and detail-oriented with superior time management abilities.
Personal Qualities:
- Honest, responsible, and dependable.
- Dynamic and competent.
- Confident in abilities and a collaborative team player.
- Enthusiastic self-starter with a sense of humor.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision.
- 401(k) with employer matching and profit sharing option.
- Clear bonus structure.
- Health, vision, dental insurance paid 50% by firm
- Life insurance and short term disability paid 100% by firm
- Paid Time Off
- Parental Leave
- Relocation Assistance
Diversity, Inclusion, & Equity Matter to Us
Studies show that diverse candidates are less likely to apply for a position if they do not wholeheartedly believe that they are 10,000% capable of fulfilling the job duties. We would rather have someone who is reliable, a quick learner, functions well under pressure, and has a great personality over a well-experienced candidate any day. We can teach you the skill set.
Jelks Law, PLLC is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workplace and strongly encourage women, people of color, LGBTQIA individuals, people with disabilities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. We will not discriminate against you based on who you are, what you look like, who you love, where you come from, or how you were born.
How to Apply
If it sounds like you’d be a great fit to join our team, email a PDF of your resume to hiring@jelkslaw.com and specify which position you are applying for. We will keep all resumes confidential.