Clark Partington, a Gulf Coast regional law firm with a professional, collaborative culture and modern work environment is seeking an Estate Planning Attorney to join its growing team in Pensacola.
Qualified candidates will be admitted to practice in Florida and have 1-5 years of litigation experience, including taking and defending depositions; preparing and responding to discovery; drafting appropriate pleadings; researching, drafting and arguing motions; and preparing for mediations and trial. Ideal candidates will be able to write effectively, think strategically and critically, and have practiced in one or more areas of civil litigation, such as construction, real estate, contract, employment, directors’ and officers’ liability, and professional liability.
Established in 1976, Clark Partington has served the comprehensive legal needs of individuals and businesses as long term trusted advisors and counsel for over 47 years, with offices in Pensacola, Destin, Santa Rosa Beach & Tallahassee.
The firm services clients in multiple areas of law including complex commercial transactions; general and business litigation; bankruptcy and creditors’ rights; financial institutions; construction litigation; environmental and land use; intellectual property and trademarks; wills, trusts and estate planning; employment and labor; transportation; and residential and commercial real estate.
In both 2022 and 2023, Clark Partington was proud to be named one of Florida’s Best Companies To Work For by Florida Trend Magazine.
Committed. Collaborative. Responsive. Proven.
These are the pillars of the can-do, will-do spirit of our team.
Distinguished in our craft - proven through performance.
More information about the firm’s practice, its attorneys, staff and recognitions may be found at www.clarkpartington.com.
REQUIREMENTS & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Draft estate planning documents, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives.
- Conduct client interviews to gather information and understand their needs and goals.
- Assist with tax planning considerations for estate plans.
- Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda on relevant estate planning issues.
- Manage client files and ensure timely completion of all tasks.
- Communicate effectively with clients to explain complex legal concepts in a clear and concise manner.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Law Degree from Accredited Law School
- Member in Good Standing, The Florida Bar
- Experience – 1-5 Years
Salary commensurate with experience.
BENEFITS:
The firm offers a competitive salary with an exceptional benefits package including employer-paid health insurance, employer-paid short and long-term disability including life insurance, optional group dental & vision insurance, matching 401(k), and profit sharing.
TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION:
Please send a cover letter and resume to Paula Andrews, COO, at pandrews@clarkpartington.com. All inquiries and resume submissions will be held in strict confidence. Following an interview, a background check, as well as a drug test, will be performed and references will be checked.
Notice: It is the policy of the firm to provide opportunities to all qualified individuals, where employment is based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination because of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic as established by law. This policy of Equal Employment Opportunity applies to all policies and procedures relating to recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment.
