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Do you want to help clients plan for the second half of their lives? At Pettis Webber Pacific P.S., we specialize in estate planning and elder law, empowering clients to live with greater joy and freedom from fear as they age. We’re looking for an Attorney who is ready to hit the ground running, take ownership of their work, and drive cases forward from start to finish. As part of our supportive and collaborative team, you’ll build and draft custom estate plans and guide clients through some of life’s most important decisions. If you’re ready to grow your career, make a meaningful impact, and work in a firm that values both professional excellence and work-life balance, we’d love to meet you. Why Join Us? • Collaborative Team Environment: Work with supportive colleagues who are committed to excellence and client care. • Professional Growth Opportunities: Gain mentorship, training, and advancement in a thriving legal field. • Rewarding Work: Make a meaningful difference by guiding clients through critical life decisions. • Positive Culture: Enjoy a fun, challenging, and engaging work environment that supports your goals. Responsibilities: Client Support: • Support the partners by handling your own casework as assigned and supervised. • Prepare and review legal documents, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and other estate planning instruments. • Provide clients with clear and empathetic guidance throughout the planning process. Case Collaboration: • Work closely with the legal team to ensure timely and efficient case progress. • Support elder law-related matters under the supervision of senior attorneys. Legal Research and Drafting: • Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to support case strategy. • Draft memoranda, pleadings, and other documents as needed to support the firm’s legal work. Qualifications: Education: J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school. Licensure: Active license to practice law in Oregon or Washington (or both), in good standing, or ability to obtain licensure. Experience Required: At least three years of legal practice, particularly in estate planning or elder law. Skills: • Strong written and verbal communication abilities. • Excellent research and analytical skills. • Proficiency with technology, including word processing, document storage systems, and legal research tools. • High emotional intelligence and empathy, especially when working with seniors or emotional clients. • Professional appearance and demeanor. • Comfort with estate tax planning a bonus. What We’re Looking for in a Team Member: • Positive, solution-oriented mindset. • Willingness to embrace and follow policies and procedures. • Attention to detail and a commitment to getting things right the first time. • Adaptability and the ability to think on your feet. • Team player mentality with a collaborative approach. • Compassion, patience, and the ability to communicate with people from all walks of life. • Humility—no task is "beneath you," and you approach every role with respect and dedication. About Company: Our Firm's Mission: Empowering people to live with greater joy and freedom from fear as they ageOur Firm’s Vision: Bring more life to the world through estate planning and educationOur Firm’s core values: We value truth above all else. We believe vulnerability is power. Mistakes are lessons gifted to us for progress, and authenticity is gold. We always strive to do our best. We create, be, and see the beauty in everythingHow to Apply: If you are driven, empathetic, and ready to excel in a rewarding role, we want to hear from you. Submit your application today, and qualified candidates will be contacted for the next steps. Make a meaningful impact—apply now to join our dedicated team!

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