Estate/Trust Administration Attorney

Job Overview
A respected estate planning law firm is seeking an experienced Estate & Trust Administration Attorney to lead and manage its Estate Settlement practice across two offices in Hendersonville and Asheville, North Carolina. This leadership position is ideal for a detail-oriented, organized, and personable attorney with strong legal and management skills. The role involves overseeing a skilled support team, managing legal systems, and providing high-quality legal services to clients throughout the estate settlement process.

Location

• Hendersonville, NC

Duties

• Oversee and lead the Estate and Trust Administration practice for both Hendersonville and Asheville offices

• Supervise a team of four experienced support staff

• Manage the implementation and ongoing operation of the firm’s Estate Settlement Program

• Utilize and oversee use of legal systems, including LegalBoards and Clio

• Conduct client meetings throughout the Estate Settlement Program process

• Review and interpret estate planning documents, such as wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and beneficiary designations

• Ensure accurate and timely administration of trust and estate matters

• Maintain confidentiality and uphold ethical standards in all matters

• Meet deadlines consistently and reliably in a client-facing, fast-paced environment

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in estate and trust administration

• Prior experience managing legal support staff or legal processes

• Ability to handle a high level of responsibility with minimal supervision

• Comfortable adapting to and improving systems or processes

• Reliable, detail-oriented, and deadline-driven professional demeanor

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Certifications

• Licensed and in good standing with the North Carolina State Bar (or eligible for admission)

Skills

• Strong leadership and team management abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with high standards of grammar and professionalism

• Client-focused demeanor with excellent interpersonal skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

• Familiarity with legal tech platforms such as Clio, LegalBoards, Adobe Acrobat, and NetDocuments

• Organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively

• Problem-solving mindset with the ability to work independently and collaboratively

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience

• Generous paid time off and vacation days

• Health, dental, and vision insurance available at a discounted rate

• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching

• Opportunity to lead a growing practice within a supportive legal environment