Family & Estate Attorney

Collins Family & Elder Law Group • Asheville NC

Posted 1 day ago

Our law firm is seeking a family attorney who can assist clients in navigating the sensitive legal issues of family law, including child custody, separation, divorce, and domestic violence. Jobseekers should be equally familiar with prenuptial agreements, divorce, alimony, child support, and real estate, and be able to effectively engage in oral debate and negotiation even in highly stressful and emotional situations. If you are driven by an opportunity to help people during one of the toughest times in their lives and have a proven track record of success, apply now.

  • Handling Estate matters such as estate planning, trust planning, probate and guardianships.
  • Draft pleadings, motions, contracts, marital settlement agreements, judgements, and orders for a high volume of cases
  • Maintain client files to ensure they are properly organized and up to date
  • Assist clients effectively by understanding their needs analyzing the situation then strategizing and deciding on a proper course of action
  • Represent clients in court proceedings as needed
  • Handle the division of marital assets, including real estate, during divorce proceedings as needed
  • Licensure in South Carolina is a major plus.
  • Experience at a legal firm working on family law and estate issues for at least 3-4 years is required.

How Do I Apply?

Please note that your ability and willingness to follow these instructions will play a big role in whether you will be considered for this position. Please submit a resume and a cover letter. In the cover letter, the first sentence should name one movie you have seen or book you have read in the last twelve months, and why you liked it so much.

  • Bachelor’s degree with a legal background and J.D. degree are required

Compensation

$110,000+ yearly DOE

Collins Family & Elder Law Group is an established and growing regional law firm with 15 offices throughout North Carolina and South Carolina. We have built our firm around a simple principle: provide exceptional legal representation while treating clients with the responsiveness, compassion, and personal attention they deserve.

Our people are one of our greatest strengths. Many of our Partners, Senior Attorneys, Paralegals, and team members have been with the firm for five, ten, or more years. We value collaboration, professional growth, and giving talented people the opportunity to build meaningful, long-term careers with us.

Benefits include:

  • Competitive compensation and performance-based bonus opportunities

  • 401(k) with firm matching

  • Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

  • Long-term disability insurance

  • Paid time off

  • Retirement benefits

  • Professional development and growth opportunities

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