Associate Attorney – Probate Position Available In Cobb, Georgia

Associate Attorney – Probate The Connection House Marietta, GA 30066 • Hybrid work The Connection House is currently seeking a self-motivated and efficient associate attorney for our latest client. This is a growing Marietta, GA estate planning and probate law firm that is supported by three legal, four administrative employees and one attorney. Your expertise will play a crucial role in guiding our clients to meet escalating demands in this competitive market. As part of the client’s probate practice, your focus will be uncontested, contested estate disputes, guardianship and conservatorship issues. This role requires a proven track record in litigation, making probate litigation the primary focus. A candidate who has litigation skills is preferred. With guidance from the Managing Attorney, you will lead the probate litigation practice and offer expert advice to represent a diverse client base. Depending on the needs of the firm, you’ll design estate plans, advise clients on structuring them to meet their goals, and ensure each plan is complete. Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate collaborates well with others in a fast-paced team environment. A positive attitude, a teammate mentality, and proactively moving cases to resolution is ideal. We are seeking an attorney who steadfastly drives for results and seeks to challenge the limits of the firm’s growth potential. The ideal candidate will communicate with clients in a manner that fosters trust, builds long-term relationships, and encourages clients to take informed action based on sound legal guidance. This role requires exceptional dependability, cooperation, integrity, and initiative. A genuine willingness to grow professionally and to mentor and support others is essential to success in this role. This is a full-time position where you are expected to work in the office approximately 40-45 hours per week. After a successful onboarding and one month in the office and meeting successful meeting key performance indicators, the candidate has been approved to work remotely two days a week. Candidates must live within a 40 minute driving time to Marietta, GA. Compensation is based on experience and expertise in the practice area, ranges from $110,000-$145,000, and includes a base plus variable. There is opportunity to earn additional performance-based pay.

PART TIME IS AVAILABLE

/ $58.00 per hour as a W-2 employee (not contract) 20-25 hrs. per week. The part time position is not remote. About the Firm We are a client-focused firm dedicated to empowering individuals with the knowledge and support they need to make informed decisions. Our team guides clients through estate planning and the legal system with empathy, efficiency, and integrity—minimizing stress by being supportive. We believe our success is built on teamwork, with each member contributing their best every day. Our firm helps clients after a loved one has passed away, so the attorney must have a high emotional intelligence to maintain a professional relationship with the client through the ups and downs that the client will inevitably experience. We have learned that our firm operates differently from many others. It is not a fit for every person. Please note that our client employs a comprehensive interview process, including a scenario-based assessment to thoroughly evaluate the experience required for this role. We encourage candidates who are committed and confident in their qualifications to apply. What We Offer Performance based additional compensation AFLAC supplemental insurance at discounted rates after 30 days Simple IRA with 2% contribution after two years Advancement and growth opportunities 1-on-1 mentoring from an experienced and highly regarded attorney Firm social events Free parking Solid systems and procedures Our Culture We are a client-focused firm We are solution-oriented. We deal with challenging issues, and while it’s easy to focus on the negatives, we choose to focus on possibilities. We value teamwork and have a close-knit team We are goal-focused. Our success or failure depends upon each person actively contributing.

Our core values are:

Integrity, Personal Responsibility, Teamwork, & Growth (both personally and professionally) Requirements Attorney licensed to practice in Georgia 2 or more years in practice, 3+ preferred 2 or more years of experience in litigation, with preference for probate litigation experience in preparing discovery, responding to discovery, writing motions and briefs, and appearing in court Very strong attention to detail Excellent writing skills Excellent customer service skills Positive outlook and a desire to help clients Ability to keep track of and meet deadlines Goal oriented personality with a focus on achieving successful results for clients in their cases, and meeting or exceeding firm goals Business formation, dissolution, trust administration and estate planning would be helpful but not required. The Connection House focuses on qualified candidates striving to establish a long-term career with our clients. After any successful phone interview, The Connection House requires an in-person interview before we present any qualified candidates to our clients. (Unless client allows candidate to work remotely out of state)

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$110,000.00 – $145,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance

Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to Friday Application Question(s): Are you within a 40 minute drive time to Marietta, GA? What makes you a fit for this particular law firm?

Experience:

probate: 2 years (Required)

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Marietta, GA 30066