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Attorney Responsibilities

• Communicating with clients to learn about their legal needs and concerns and providing them with advice.
• Developing strategies to resolve cases favorably and cost-effectively for clients.
• Explaining legal options to clients and bringing possible outcomes or threats to their attention.
• Building relationships with clients based on trust.
• Developing arguments and representing clients in family, probate, appellate and civil legal proceedings.
• Preparing legal documents, such as contracts, dispositions, and pleadings, accurately and in a timely manner.

Attorney Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Juris Doctor degree from an American Bar Association accredited law school preferred.
• Admission to the bar in the state of Vermont.
• Experience or expertise in family, probate, civil or appellate litigation preferred.
• Commitment to abiding by local, state, and federal laws and behaving ethically.
• Ability to work independently or with a team of attorneys to develop case strategies.
• Strong critical thinking, interpersonal, public speaking skills.
• Ability to negotiate, research, and communicate verbally and in writing effectively.
• Flexibility and attention to detail.
• Part time or full time candidates will be considered in addition to remote candidates with a Vermont bar license.

Employment Type: Full Time

Years Experience: 3 - 5 years

Bonus/Commission: No