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Mark Gilfix
Partner at Gilfix & La Poll Associates
Company Description
We are one of the top Estate Planning, Elder Law, and Special Needs planning firms in California with a rich, 40 year history and large, supportive environment, and vibrant client community.
We are seeking a new estate planning attorney who is detail-oriented, great with people, hungry to grow/learn within our boutique law firm.
Ideally, we seek someone with estate planning, special needs and estate tax experience, but training is possible for those with less direct experience.
We offer good work-life balance (with some very busy periods) and the opportunity to work with some of the best in the field, and a great overall team.
The right candidate will be able to both support senior attorneys in completing document drafting, proofing, and follow up with multiple clients, and take on their own client matters in the near term.
Role Description
This is a full-time on-site role for an Estate Planning Attorney at Gilfix & La Poll Associates located in Palo Alto, CA. The Estate Planning Attorney will be responsible for handling estate planning, elder law, special needs, estate tax, probate, estate administration, and succession planning matters on a day-to-day basis. Wearing multiple hats is key to the role.
Salary offered will be commensurate with direct experience. Upside possible in a growing and vibrant firm.
Qualifications
Estate Planning, Special Needs, Estate Law, and Succession Planning skills (ideally 2+ years of experience, but some flexibility)
Experience in probate and estate administration (again, great experience in other fields will be considered)
Strong analytical and organizational skills
Great PEOPLE skills, collaborative nature
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Eager to learn, work proactively and grow within a boutique law firm
Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
Admission to the State Bar of California
Employment type
Full-time
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