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This opportunity is ideal for an attorney who enjoys managing matters from intake through closing, working directly with clients and courts, and collaborating closely with paralegals and legal support staff in a team-oriented environment. Manage probate and estate administration matters from initial intake through final closing, including both testate and intestate estates.

My client is seeking an Associate Attorney to join their growing legal team with a primary focus on probate and estate administration, along with meaningful involvement in trust administration and foundational estate planning.This opportunity is ideal for an attorney who enjoys managing matters from intake through closing, working directly with clients and courts, and collaborating closely with paralegals and legal support staff in a team-oriented environment. The firm offers a professional yet supportive culture where attorneys are encouraged to develop substantive expertise and long-term career growth.<h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><h3>Probate & Estate Administration</h3><ul><li>Manage probate and estate administration matters from initial intake through final closing, including both testate and intestate estates.</li><li>Prepare and file probate court documents, including:<ul><li>Applications</li><li>Inventories</li><li>Accountings</li><li>Closing filings</li></ul></li><li>Attend probate court hearings and communicate with court personnel as needed.</li><li>Coordinate and supervise estate administration workflow with paralegals and legal support staff.</li><li>Maintain proactive communication with executors, administrators, beneficiaries, and related parties throughout the administration process.</li><li>Identify and appropriately escalate complex issues, including contested matters, creditor disputes, and fiduciary concerns.</li></ul><h3>Trust Administration</h3><ul><li>Serve as the primary coordinator for trust settlement and ongoing trust administration matters.</li><li>Work collaboratively with attorneys and support staff to ensure timely and organized trust administration.</li><li>Handle substantive trust administration responsibilities, including:<ul><li>Trustee correspondence</li><li>Accountings</li><li>Distribution memoranda</li><li>Notice requirements</li></ul></li><li>Monitor open trust matters and identify issues requiring attorney attention.</li></ul><h3>Estate Planning</h3><ul><li>Conduct client intake and estate plan review meetings under attorney supervision.</li><li>Draft foundational estate planning documents, including:<ul><li>Wills</li><li>Revocable trusts</li><li>Durable powers of attorney</li><li>Advance directives</li></ul></li><li>Assist with trust funding coordination, including asset transfers and beneficiary designation updates.</li><li>Support the continued growth of the estate planning practice.</li></ul><h2>Qualifications</h2><ul><li>Active Ohio Bar admission required. Candidates awaiting bar results may be considered in select circumstances.</li><li>2+ years of experience in probate, estate administration, or trusts & estates preferred.</li><li>Experience handling Ohio probate court filings and hearings strongly preferred.</li><li>Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex legal matters clearly and professionally to clients.</li><li>Proficiency with Microsoft Office and comfort learning firm-specific legal software and systems.</li><li>Collaborative, team-oriented mindset with a strong attention to detail and client service.</li></ul><h2>Why This Opportunity?</h2><ul><li>Substantive hands-on legal work</li><li>Direct client interaction</li><li>Collaborative and supportive team environment</li><li>Opportunity to continue building expertise in probate, trusts, and estate planning</li><li>Long-term professional growth potential</li></ul>

Deanna Nesbit & Associates, Inc., LLC

Associate Attorney

Administrative Skills

Attorney

Communication Skills

Customer Relations

Customer Support/Service

Detail Oriented

Estate Management

Estate Planning

Fiduciary

Funding

Identify Issues

Legal

Legal Support Skills

Microsoft Office

Organizational Skills

Plan Meetings

Presentation/Verbal Skills

Probate

Team Player

Time Management

Writing Skills

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Organize new litigation matters, setting up and maintaining files; Organize and docket voluminous discovery requests and responses; Arrange phone conferences as necessary; Prepare letters, draft complaints and other pleadings and motions with strict compliance . to deadlines; Perform various clerical tasks as needed; Communicate and interact with judges, bailiffs, attorneys and witnesses, as well as other . Possess the ability to compose letters and routine legal pleadings; general knowledge of legal matters, applications, procedures, pleadings and practice pertaining to the general practice of law; ability to gather, analyze and classify data; work in a team environment with other support staff, attorneys and supervisor; and have effective oral and written communication skills.

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Salary: $52,000.00 Annually Location : 301 West Third Street, P.O. Box 972 Dayton, Ohio 45422-2160, OH Job Type: Full-time Regular (Exempt) Job Number: PO01241 Department: Prosecutor's Office Opening Date: 01/10/2024 Internal Only: No Position Overview Responsible for assisting the Assistant Prosecuting Attorneys assigned to the Montgomery County Prosecuting Attorney's Civil Division in the day-to-day management of civil litigation matters in State and Federal Courts. Applicant must be organized, professional, detail oriented, and have strong communication skills. Summary of Job Duties Organize new litigation matters, setting up and maintaining files; Organize and docket voluminous discovery requests and responses; Arrange phone conferences as necessary; Prepare letters, draft complaints and other pleadings and motions with strict compliance to deadlines; Perform various clerical tasks as needed; Communicate and interact with judges, bailiffs, attorneys and witnesses, as well as other court personnel; Arrange deposition dates, times and locations; Calendar events and keep track of deadlines; Research case law and statutes on Westlaw; Perform any other duties assigned by the Prosecuting Attorney or his Assistant Prosecuting Attorneys. Minimum Qualifications and Requirements Possess a working knowledge of legal office practices and procedures; office equipment; proficiency with Microsoft Word, word processing/typing, and Microsoft Excel; legal terminology and general understanding of court procedures. Possess the ability to compose letters and routine legal pleadings; general knowledge of legal matters, applications, procedures, pleadings and practice pertaining to the general practice of law; ability to gather, analyze and classify data; work in a team environment with other support staff, attorneys and supervisor; and have effective oral and written communication skills. Bachelor's Degree, or Associates Degree in Paralegal Studies from an institution accredited by the American Bar Association, or extensive on the job paralegal training in the field of civil litigation. All Montgomery County employees become members of the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System and have access to deferred compensation programs. Benefits may vary for full-time, part-time, intermittent, and seasonal employees and/or due to union affiliation. The list below demonstrates the benefits that may be available to employees according to employment status and is subject to change. Full-Time Employees (40 hours per week): Health insurance with HSA match, wellness program and incentives, life insurance, paid vacation, paid personal leave days, sick leave, holiday pay, tuition reimbursement, and access to dental, vision, short-term disability, accident & critical care benefits. Part-Time Employees (Benefits Eligible) (scheduled 21+ hours per week): Health insurance with HSA match, wellness program and incentives, life insurance, paid personal leave days, sick leave, holiday pay for hours scheduled to work on holidays, and access to dental, vision, short-term disability, accident & critical care benefits. Part-time Employees (Non-Benefits Eligible) (20 hours or less per week): Benefits include Long Term Sick Leave Accrual, Paid Personal Leave, and holiday pay for hours scheduled to work on holidays. Seasonal Employees: Benefits include Sick Leave accrued at 4.6 hours for every eighty 80 hours in active pay status. Seasonal employees scheduled to work 40 hours during their period of employment will accrue vacation in the same manner as regular full-time employees and can use their vacation after completion of twenty-six (26) bi-weekly pay periods in active pay status. Part-time Seasonal employees (scheduled to work less than 40 hours) do not accrue vacation. Intermittent and Temporary Employees: Long-Term Sick Leave accrual is based on hours worked. Benefit information can be found on the Montgomery County Benefits website at:

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