Description:

Job Overview:
Lambros Law Office LLC is seeking a full-time Attorney to join our growing estate planning practice in Cranston, Rhode Island.

We are looking for an attorney with prior experience in estate planning, probate, estate administration who is ready to take ownership of client matters and become an integral part of our growing team.

The associate will work closely with our attorneys and professional staff on estate planning, probate, and estate administration matters. The primary focus will be drafting comprehensive estate plans, updating existing plans, meeting with clients, and managing matters from engagement through completion.

For an attorney with the appropriate level of experience, the position may also include conducting initial client consultations, independently managing estate planning matters, appearing in probate court, and handling probate and estate administration files.

We are looking for someone who is organized, proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable taking ownership of their work. The ideal candidate will be able to work independently while knowing when to seek guidance and collaborate with the broader team.

Responsibilities:

Draft wills, trusts, powers of attorney, health care directives, and related estate planning documents.
Prepare and manage multiple estate planning matters while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
Draft amendments, trust restatements, and other updates for existing clients.
Review client information and identify missing information, potential issues, and matters requiring further attention.
Conduct estate plan signing and document execution meetings.
Explain estate planning documents and legal concepts to clients in clear, understandable language.
Conduct initial client consultations, as appropriate based on experience.
Assist with probate and estate administration matters.
Prepare probate petitions, inventories, accountings, notices, and related filings.
Communicate professionally with clients, beneficiaries, courts, financial institutions, accountants, financial advisors, and other professionals.
Monitor deadlines and proactively follow up on outstanding items.
Maintain accurate and contemporaneous time entries and matter records.
Manage assigned matters and keep files moving efficiently from engagement through completion.
Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, funding professionals, and client service staff.
Take increasing ownership of client relationships and legal matters as experience develops.
Appear in probate court and handle other proceedings, as appropriate based on experience.
Contribute to the continued development and improvement of the firm's estate planning and client-service processes.

Qualifications:

Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
Licensed and in good standing to practice law in Rhode Island.
Prior experience in estate planning, probate, estate administration, elder law, trusts, or a related practice area preferred.
Massachusetts bar admission is a plus.
Strong legal drafting, analytical, and organizational skills.
Excellent attention to detail.
Ability to manage 30+ matters, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Professional, personable, and compassionate approach to client service.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a team.
Comfortable using legal technology, document-management systems, practice-management software, and AI-assisted tools.
Willingness to learn, accept feedback, and take on increasing responsibility.
Demonstrated ability to take initiative and follow matters through to completion.

Experience Level:
Candidates with approximately 2+ years of estate planning experience are preferred, particularly experience involving estate planning, probate, trusts, estate administration, or a related practice area.

About Lambros Law Office
Lambros Law Office LLC is a well-established, family-run estate planning law firm serving individuals, families, and business owners throughout Rhode Island and Massachusetts.

Our practice focuses on estate planning, probate, trust administration, and succession planning. We are committed to simplifying complex legal matters and providing thoughtful, personalized service to every client.

Our team offers a professional, collaborative, and client-centered work environment from our office at Garden City Center in Cranston, Rhode Island.