Overview
Estate Planning and Probate Assistant Jobs in Bellevue, WA at Law Office of Kristin Lillquist Reeder, PLLC
Hoffman & Forde, Attorneys at Law, APC is a full-service law firm with offices located in the Banker’s Hill neighborhood of San Diego, across from the beautiful Balboa Park and in La Jolla, sitting above the Cove. As a fast-paced law firm with a large clientele, we are looking to add a trial attorney with 10+ years of experience and first chair trial experience.
The candidate will have the opportunity to be the primary handling attorney on his/her own cases within a supportive and team-oriented environment. The candidate will be asked to create and implement strategies for the conduct of the litigation, handle court appearances, conduct depositions, attend mediations, and engage directly with clients. This is an extraordinary opportunity to do high caliber work in a growing, entrepreneurial, and friendly environment. The firm values excellent service to clients and does so in a collaborative fashion that promotes both personal and professional growth.
Trial Attorney Qualifications:
· Licensed to practice law in the state of California and in good standing
· Minimum of 10 years of experience in litigation, preferably related to real estate and complex commercial litigation matters
· First-chair trial experience (required)
· Strong knowledge of California state law
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain client relationships
· Independently manage matters from start to finish
· Ability to manage a heavy caseload with little supervision
· Ability to think strategically and have good negotiation skills
· Excellent drafting, writing and analytical skills
· Highly organized and detail-oriented with a commitment to delivering high quality legal services
· Ability to manage multiple projects
Trial Attorney Responsibilities (included but not limited to):
· Serve as first-chair attorney in trials
· Draft/respond to complaints
· Meet and confer with opposing counsel.
· Develop case strategies.
· Coordinate and conduct discovery.
· Conduct depositions.
· Draft motions, stipulations, briefs, declarations, etc.
· Attend mediation and hearings and provide oral arguments.
· Maintain excellent communication with clients.
Benefits and Compensation:
Competitive compensation based on experience starting at a yearly salary of $220,000+, plus discretionary bonuses
Benefits include vacation time, sick time, paid holidays, affordable Health insurance with a substantial choice of plans to choose from including Dental & Vision coverage, 401(k) with employer contribution, and parking
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter to [email protected]. Please include salary requirements with your application
Hoffman & Forde, Attorneys at Law, A.P.C. is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $220,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
Title: Estate Planning and Probate Assistant
Company: Law Office of Kristin Lillquist Reeder, PLLC
Location: Bellevue, WA
