Attorney - Estate and Trust

Company: Carolina Family Estate Planning
Location: Cary
Posted on: February 21, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Help Us Introduce People to a Better Way to Do Estate Planning Carolina Family Estate Planning is seeking an extraordinary attorney who is passionate about making estate planning accessible and understandable. If you are a licensed North Carolina attorney with at least 2 years of recent estate planning and probate experience, and you have a knack for demystifying legal processes and a desire to make a significant impact on families and their futures, you might just be the person we're looking to join our dynamic team. Compensation and Benefits At Carolina Family Estate Planning, we believe in investing in our team's well-being so each of us can bring our best to our clients every day. You'll receive a competitive base salary of $95,000 to $120,000 based on experience plus the opportunity to earn more through incentive-based compensation tied to Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Measures of Success. Our comprehensive benefits package offers medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance and disability coverage, and a retirement plan with matching contributions. Beyond these, we cover attorneys' bar dues, insurance, and applicable CLE expenses. Enjoy paid time off, 12 paid holidays, and assistance with setting up your own estate plan, ensuring you're supported both in your professional endeavors and personal well-being. What Makes Carolina Family Estate Planning Different At Carolina Family Estate Planning, we're working to transcend the paperwork. The compassionate and professional legal counsel we provide our clients marks the beginning of an ongoing conversation about family relationships, personal values, and community. Clear communication and follow-through are essential as we ensure peace of mind through well-crafted plans that reflect our clients' hopes and wishes. Our core values of integrity, proactivity, accountability, teamwork, innovation, and thriving guide our every action. These values have not only shaped our identity but have also propelled us to become one of the fastest-growing firms in the country. We're recognized for our commitment to our team and clients and for our unique approach that continually sets new standards in estate planning. A Day in the Life at Carolina Family Estate Planning As an attorney at our firm, you'll be instrumental in making estate planning approachable for our clients. You'll use your expertise to help demystify how clients' planning will work, aiding families in confidently navigating their planning choices. Your responsibilities will include delivering educational presentations, conducting 1-on-1 meetings to provide advice and review decisions, and collaborating with paralegals and legal assistants to draft legal documents and manage filings. Regular team meetings support our continuous improvement and ensure we provide excellent, proficient service. Work Schedule & Ideal Candidate Profile Position Type: Full-Time Location: Cary, NC Typical Schedule: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, with flexibility for client workshop presentations. You are a licensed North Carolina attorney with at least 2 years of recent experience in estate planning, probate, and estate and trust administration. You're an expert at simplifying complex legal concepts for families, impeccably organized, and detail-oriented. You thrive on challenges and possess a positive, team-centric attitude. You demonstrate uncompromising integrity, you're proactive in nature, and you're committed to your own personal growth. If this sounds like you, we're eager to meet you and look forward to welcoming you to our team. Join Us: Are you prepared to help us change the way people think about estate planning and leave a lasting impact on families for years to come? Submit your application and embark on a fulfilling career path with Carolina Family Estate Planning. About Carolina Family Estate Planning Carolina Family Estate Planning, a distinguished woman-owned law firm in Cary, NC, is on a mission to empower our community through education, comprehensive estate planning, estate administration, and related services. We are driven by core values of integrity, proactivity, accountability, teamwork, innovation, and a commitment to personal and professional thriving. Our team's dedication to these principles and to each other has propelled us to become one of the fastest-growing law firms in the country, year after year. Join us in our journey to provide peace of mind and expert guidance to our clients, ensuring their estate planning and administration needs are met with the utmost care and professionalism. We prioritize the safety and security of our clients and employees. As part of our onboarding process, candidates selected for hire will be required to undergo a background check and/or a credit check, depending on the specific position. At Carolina Family Estate Planning, we are committed to placing the right people in the right roles. As part of our hiring process, candidates for this position will be asked to complete a brief assessment through Predictive Index. You will receive an email with a link to the assessment shortly after submitting your application. Completion of this assessment is required to move forward in the selection process. If you do not receive the email within 24 hours of applying, please check your spam or promotions folder. If it is still missing, feel free to contact us at HR@carolinafep.com. Job Posted by ApplicantPro

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