Job Title: Associate (Estate Planning) Attorney
Location: Maryville, Knoxville, Oak Ridge, Tellico - Tennessee
Firm: Vermillion Law
We are a well-respected, woman-owned estate planning law firm with multiple offices in East Tennessee, committed to providing high-quality legal services in a collaborative, process-driven, collegial work environment. We are seeking an Associate Attorney to join our team who will contribute to maintaining a supportive, respectful, and professional atmosphere for both clients and colleagues. Our ideal candidate is a dedicated and skilled legal professional with a strong work ethic who thrives in a team-oriented setting and who has an interest specifically in estate planning, looking to put down some roots in East Tennessee. You must be an attorney licensed to practice law in Tennessee. This is NOT a remote position. RECRUITERS PLEASE DO NOT CONTACT.
If you think you might be a good fit, we encourage you to apply. **Please follow the instructions at the bottom of this job posting.**
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide legal counsel and representation to clients in the following areas of law: Estate Planning, Probate, Conservatorships, and Business Transactions
- Draft and review legal documents, contracts, and correspondence
- Manage client relationships and ensure effective communication
- Collaborate with colleagues and support staff in handling and managing cases
- Stay current with developments in relevant areas of law
- Be professional in all dealings with clients and colleagues both in and out of work
- Travel to offices in Knoxville, Maryville, Oak Ridge, and Tellico for client meetings
Required Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school (new attorneys welcome)
- Active, complaint-free license to practice law in Tennessee (MUST be licensed)
- Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills without using A.I.
- Ability to maintain professionalism, kindness, and respect in all client and team interactions
- Community service mindset
- Experience working in a collaborative, team-based environment
- Commitment to contributing positively to office culture and relationships
- Open-minded, fair, and non-discriminatory toward any group or gender
- Reliable transportation
- Ability to work full time, Monday-Friday, with some travel for out of town conferences
Personal Attributes:
- Professionalism: A high standard of integrity, accountability, and ethical conduct.
- Emotional Intelligence: Able to handle conflict with maturity and a focus on resolution. Humble and kind in dealing with colleagues and clients. Good communicator.
- Team-Oriented: Enjoys collaborating with colleagues and values collective success over individual recognition.
- Adaptable and Resilient: Able to manage competing priorities and maintain a positive attitude under pressure.
- Client-Centered Approach: Demonstrates empathy and professionalism in all client dealings, maintaining strong working relationships with clients, staff, vendors, and others in our industry.
Why Join Us? We provide:
- A respectful, fun, team-oriented work environment where your contributions are valued and rewarded
- Opportunities for professional development and growth within the firm
- Competitive salary and comprehensive health and retirement benefits
- Paid time off and holidays
- Continuing legal education support
If you think you might be a good fit, please send your CV **with a cover letter** to "LC@vermillion.law". (Respectfully, we require that this cover letter be written by you personally and not by using AI. AI-generated documents will not be considered.)
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- legal practice: 3 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Knoxville, TN 37923 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Knoxville, TN 37923: Relocate before starting work (Required)
- Work Location: In person
