The Law Office of Trapp Nicholl is a boutique law firm concentrating in Estate Planning and Personal Injury Law. Founded in 2023 by Taylor Trapp Nicholl, The Law Office of Trapp Nicholl provides exceptional legal guidance and service within its multiple practice areas. By emphasizing a collaborative culture both internally and with our clients we have cultivated a client base that trusts us to guide them through their various legal concerns.
We are currently seeking an Associate Attorney to bring unparalleled support to our clients and team. If you:
- Are a recently barred attorney (0-2 years) within the state of Delaware,
- Thrive in a fast-paced and exciting work environment,
- Strive to provide superior service to our clients and community partners,
- Are passionate about delivering an exemplary client experience,
- Consistently surpass expectations and deliver exceptional work and service,
- Embrace an unwavering standard of excellence, integrity, compassion and accessibility;
Then we want to hear from you!
What You Can Expect:
We are seeking a meticulous, proactive, and passionate Associate Attorney to join our growing team. In this position, you'll become an integral part of our Estate Planning team with opportunities to grow into our additional practice areas if desired. This role offers the chance to be part of a solid foundation of a rapidly growing firm and allows you the opportunity to gain real-world experience and meaningfully contribute to the firm’s quality client service.
Here’s an example of what our Associate Attorney might do in a day:
- Client Care and Communication: You’re not just someone handling a transaction, our attorneys become an extended part of our client’s circle handling some of the most complex situations in our client’s lives. Whether you’re just drafting a simple Will or representing our client in court we strive to treat each client’s situation like the most important task on our list. Regularly checking in with clients, working on their matters with urgency and precision, and providing legally sound feedback and follow-up will be paramount for you to succeed in this role.
- Meaningful Legal Work: A majority of your day will be spent on client work. Drafting, reviewing, legal research and writing, and client meetings will become the cornerstone of your week. While we take pride in our collaborative approach, we also value individual initiative and empowered autonomy. You won’t find us looking over your shoulder, rather a gentle hand on your back guiding you when you need it.
- Continual Education and Growth: Our firm is small and boutique in nature but our hands on approach and emphasis on teamwork is the perfect setting for growth, contribution, and collaboration. You will never hear us say “no” if you express an interest in learning and growing within your practice area or gaining exposure to another. We provide excellent internal support, feedback, and mentorship, as well as connect you with outside support and education.
What We Will Ask of You:
- Commitment to Law Office of Trapp Nicholl and the clients we serve,
- Willing to go the extra mile for our team members and clients,
- A positive, friendly, and empathetic attitude,
- Proactive and forward-thinking mindset,
- An eagerness to learn and adapt,
- Our firm is flourishing, so we need someone with the following characteristics:
- Experience in Estate Planning would be helpful but is not required;
- Barred in the State of Delaware or will become barred within the next 3 months;
- Reliable and team-oriented;
- Excellent written and verbal communicator;
- Ability to work independently, but also works well as part of a team;
- Organized, attentive to detail, and ability to prioritize tasks;
- Self-motivated and takes initiative without constant direction;
- Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; and
- Available M-F 8:30 – 4:30.
Why Law Office of Trapp Nicholl?
- One Team, One Dream, One Central Mission: Step into a role where your work directly contributes to upholding our core values all centered around our client first approach.
- Collaborative Work Environment: We truly believe a rising tide lifts all boats, so we’ve cultivated a work environment where all can learn and succeed. Our team works together to help one another serve our clients with the highest quality of service.
- Work/Life Balance: As our newest team member, you’re important to us, but we recognize that you’re important in other areas of your life as well. We respect your time outside of the workplace as much as we appreciate your contributions inside of it.
- Perks and Pay: Pay is commensurate with experience, but don’t fret, no experience, no worries! We will work with you, and your pay will grow as you gain experience with the possibility of discretionary performance bonuses. Remember when we said we respect your time? We are proud to offer a generous PTO package including paid holidays, (yes, even your birthday because we believe there’s always a reason to celebrate you!) flexible time, and vacation days. We also proudly offer health cost reimbursement, and 401k with profit sharing options. And how about becoming a local celebrity? Want to star in one of our famous firm commercials? We can make that happen!
Interested candidates are invited to submit their resumes to [email protected]. Please include a brief statement outlining your interest in the position and your salary requirements.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $75,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Work Location: In person
