Welcome to the career opportunities page of The Law Office of Trapp Nicholl. We are a dedicated team of legal professionals committed to providing exceptional legal services. As we continue to grow, we are always looking for talented individuals to join our firm. If you are passionate about the law, client-focused, and looking for a rewarding career, we invite you to explore the available positions below.
The Law Office of Trapp Nicholl is a reputable law firm located in Georgetown, DE, committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where work-life balance is highly valued. We firmly believe in the importance of maintaining a healthy balance between your professional and personal life.
At our firm, we do not require overtime on a regular basis, allowing our team members to enjoy their personal time and recharge. We also provide paid time off to ensure that our employees have the flexibility they need to attend to their well-being and spend quality time with their loved ones.
Concentrating in Personal Injury, Workers' Compensation, and Estate Planning, we are dedicated to providing top-notch legal representation while prioritizing the well-being of our team. Join us and experience a workplace that respects your time outside of work as much as your contributions within it.
Current Openings
Associate Attorney
Job Type: Full-time
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Pay: $75,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
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!
How to Apply:
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.
The Law Office of Trapp Nicholl is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.
Note: This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with it.