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Associate Attorney Estate Planning & Estate Administration
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Chuckanut Law Group, PLLC
Bellingham, WA (In Person)
$100,000 Salary, Full-Time
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Associate Attorney - Estate Planning & Estate Administration Chuckanut Law Group, PLLC Bellingham, WA Job Details Full-time From $100,000 a year 22 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Professional development assistance Qualifications Customer communication Teamwork Law Legal writing Writing skills Doctor of Law (JD) Legal research Law office Full Job Description About Our Firm We are a small, well-established estate planning law firm serving individuals and families throughout Washington State. Our practice focuses on thoughtful, personalized planning to help our clients protect their loved ones, preserve assets, and navigate complex life transitions with care. We value precision, professionalism, and empathy. Our office culture is collaborative, low-ego, and grounded in excellent client service. Position Overview We are seeking an Associate Attorney to support and grow our estate planning and probate practice. This role is ideal for an attorney who enjoys client interaction, drafting high-quality documents, and working in a small-firm environment where your work directly impacts clients' lives. The associate will work closely with the managing attorney and experienced support staff and will have meaningful responsibility from day one. This position is open to experienced estate planning attorneys and is also open to newly licensed attorneys seeking a supportive environment to build strong fundamentals in estate planning and probate law and grow within a reputable and collegial firm. Key Responsibilities Draft and review estate planning documents, including: Wills Revocable and Irrevocable Trusts Powers of Attorney Health Care Directives Meet with clients to gather information, explain planning options, and finalize plans Advise and support clients with estate administration Conduct legal research related to Washington estate and trust law Communicate professionally with clients and financial/tax advisers Maintain accurate case files and timely preparation of work Qualifications Required Active member of the Washington State Bar Association (or pending admission) Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school Strong legal writing and analytical skills Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Ability to timely manage multiple matters with attention to detail Preferred (but not required) 1-5 years of experience in estate planning, probate, or trust administration Familiarity with Washington State estate and trust law Experience working in a small or boutique law firm Comfort working directly with clients Compensation & Benefits Competitive salary, commensurate with experience Bonus structure based on performance and productivity Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave 401(k) with employer match CLE support Long-term growth opportunity in an established and reputable practice What We Offer Meaningful work with real client impact Collaborative and respectful office culture Opportunity to develop expertise in estate planning and estate administration Direct mentorship and hands-on experience How to Apply Please submit: Resume Cover letter Writing sample (estate planning-related preferred) Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. All inquiries will be kept confidential.