Associate Attorney – Estate Planning & Elder Law

Associate Attorney — Hammond Law Group (Colorado Springs) If you became an attorney to do meaningful work and build real client relationships, keep reading.You want to advise people, to own client relationships from start to finish and see the outcome of your work.You want a clear picture of what advancement looks like, with defined criteria, a real timeline, and feedback focused on both measurable goals and whether you're becoming a better attorney, not on hours logged.You got into law to guide people through hard moments, and you want a practice where that purpose stays at the center.Hammond Law Group was built for attorneys who want exactly this.WHO WE AREHammond Law Group is the preeminent estate planning firm in Colorado for thoughtful families seeking a trusted partner in protecting their loved ones' future. In our 21st year, we serve more than 5,000 client families across the Front Range from offices in Colorado Springs and Denver. Our mission: making things as easy as possible at the most difficult times in life. We help families pass on not just their financial capital, but also their human capital.We have been voted "Best Attorney" in Colorado Springs three years running and named a "Best Place to Work" by the Colorado Springs Gazette. We operate inside the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS): clear goals, visible metrics, and genuine accountability at every level. We are a flat-fee firm, which means attorney performance is measured by client outcomes and revenue contribution, not billable hours.We are growing, expanding both the depth of our legal services and how many clients we serve. The attorney we hire will be a stakeholder in what this firm looks like at 25 and 30 years.THE ROLEWe're hiring an associate attorney who is outgoing, growth-oriented, and energized by building lasting client relationships.This is not a behind-the-door, document-assembly position. You will meet directly with clients, lead consultations, present at public workshops and community events, and build referral relationships while doing serious, sophisticated legal work for successful clients.You will have a strong team around you - capable paralegals, intake coordinators, and support staff - so you can stay focused on guiding clients and other work that requires your legal judgment. You will also be expected to understand where clients come from and to contribute actively to the firm's growth.If you prefer transactional work over relationships, this isn't the right fit.WHY ATTORNEYS LOVE IT HEREWe asked our team. Here's what they said:Focus on clients and families. No billable hour pressure. Your day is about guiding clients.You own your clients. From the first consultation through signing - and often for years after - you're the trusted advisor, not a name on a document.The work matters. Estate planning is some of the most personal, meaningful work in law. You'll help families through pivotal moments and see the impact firsthand.The pace is sustainable. Make no mistake, we’re driven and achieving big things. We've also been told we're the most chill law office our attorneys have worked at. Friday afternoons are off. Evenings and weekends are generally yours. Instead of yelling when you make a mistake, we learn from it.Growth is real and visible. You’ll have clarity on what success looks like and a path to get there. As the firm grows, you grow with it.The team is genuinely good. Capable paralegals, supportive colleagues, leadership that listens. Our culture is the reason we've been named a "Best Place to Work."WHAT YOU WILL DOClient Service & Legal WorkConduct consultations and guide clients through the estate planning processAdvise on trusts, wills, powers of attorney, advance directives, beneficiary designations, and asset titling; over time, you'll also advise on advanced planning strategiesSupervise document preparation and execution in partnership with paralegals and support staffAdminister trust, probate, guardianship, and conservatorship mattersAdvise on elder law matters including Medicaid planning and long-term care strategiesBusiness Development & Community PresencePresent at the firm's recurring public workshops and educational classesBuild referral relationships with financial advisors, CPAs, and other estate-adjacent professionalsRepresent the firm at networking events, professional groups, and community gatheringsMeet defined standards and revenue contribution metricsTeam ContributionServe as a mentor and escalation point for paralegals on substantive legal questionsParticipate in EOS rhythms: weekly team meetings, quarterly planning, annual goal-settingContribute to process improvement and quality standards as the firm continues to growWHO THRIVES HEREWe hire and grow people who share our values:Gets It DoneEager to Learn and ImproveFanatical About HelpingWe Care and It ShowsWorld Class in Every DetailBeyond values, the attorneys who thrive here share three qualities that are harder to teach than estate planning law:A skilled communicator, not just a skilled lawyer. You communicate clearly and warmly with people who are scared, overwhelmed, or grieving. You do not hide behind legalese.Energized by people. You find client interaction energizing. This is a high-contact role and the best candidates for it genuinely love that.You think like a business owner. You understand how a firm makes money and you want to contribute to it through relationships, reputation, and measurable results.You are also accountable and self-directed. In an EOS environment with clear goals and real metrics, high performers love the clarity. They want to know what success looks like, and they want to be held to it.REQUIREMENTSRequiredJ.D. from an ABA-accredited law schoolActive Colorado bar license in good standingMinimum 2 years' private practice experienceStrong client relationship and communication skills; you can guide clients and lead the roomComfort with public speaking and workshop presentationStrongly PreferredEstate planning, trust administration, and/or probate experienceElder law experience (Medicaid planning, guardianship/conservatorship)Track record of or genuine appetite for business development and referral-buildingFamiliarity with Clio or comparable practice management platformsCOMPENSATION & BENEFITSTotal compensation $98,000–$140,000 based on skills and experienceAdditional bonuses tied to firm goal attainmentEmployer-paid health, dental, vision, and life insurance401(k) with 3% firm contributionGenerous paid vacation and personal timeOffice closed Friday afternoons (we hope you'll take a longer weekend)Continuing legal education supportGenuine advancement potential as the firm growsHOW TO APPLYEmail your resume and a 2–3 minute Loom video (or preferred platform) to Brian@ColoradoEstatePlan.com. Subject line: "Estate Planning Attorney Application."In the video: tell us why estate planning law, why Hammond Law Group, and what you would bring that another candidate would not. Hammond Law Group is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants of all backgrounds.