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Coffield Heedy Kilgore PLLC
Ryan Coffield, Managing Principal – HR
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Email: hr@chklaw.com | http://www.chklaw.com
Recruiting for office(s) in: Asheville, NC
Type of organization: Law Firm
Job Title: Associate Attorney – Trusts & Estates Practice Group
Join Our Team at Coffield Heedy Kilgore PLLC
Are you passionate about estate planning and looking to take the next step in your legal career? Coffield Heedy Kilgore PLLC is seeking a dedicated and talented Associate Attorney to join our Trusts & Estates Practice. We are a dynamic and client-focused law firm committed to providing exceptional legal services and fostering professional growth.
Position Overview
As an Associate Attorney in our Trusts & Estates Practice, you will work closely with clients to provide customized clear and practical solutions for their estate planning and estate and trust administration needs. Your role will involve advising clients on a wide range of matters, including estate planning, probate law, business succession planning, charitable planning, asset protection, trust & estate administration, and related tax matters.
Key Responsibilities
• Meet and advise clients on a wide array of estate planning and administration matters.
• Draft and review estate planning documents.
• Guide clients through probate and estate administration.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys, paralegal staff, and client advisors on complex legal matters.
• Maintain strong client relationships and provide tailored legal advice in conjunction with other professionals such as financial advisors and tax pro
fessionals.
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda.
• Prepare estate tax returns and fiduciary income tax returns.
Qualifications
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in North Carolina.
• 1-5 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Strong analytical, research, and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
Why Join Coffield Heedy Kilgore PLLC?
• Salary: $100,000+ per year, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Opportunity to work with a diverse portfolio of clients.
• Supportive and collegial work environment.
• Commitment to professional development and career advancement.
• Payment of relocation expenses if applicable.
• One-time signing bonus.
• Competitive benefits package.
How to Apply
To apply for the Associate Attorney position, please submit your resume, cover letter, and a writing sample to hr@chklaw.com. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and early submission is encouraged.
Join us at Coffield Heedy Kilgore PLLC and be a part of a team that values excellence, creativity, and integrity in delivering legal services. We look forward to welcoming you to our firm!
Time period of employment: full time, ongoing
- Deadline to apply: 21 May 2026
- Anticipated start date:
- Response method(s): Email
- Materials requested: Résumé, Cover letter
Hiring criteria
Qualifications
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in North Carolina.
• 1-5 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Strong analytical, research, and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.