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About Our Firm

Crow Estate Planning & Probate, PLC is a reputable and fast-growing estate planning law firm with offices in Nashville, TN, Clarksville, TN, Springfield, TN, and Hopkinsville, KY. Our mission is to provide our clients with exceptional legal services in the areas of estate planning, probate, conservatorships, and business planning. We currently have 17 employees, including 7 attorneys.

We have a significant amount of real estate work and are currently seeking to hire a full-time attorney dedicated to this practice. This attorney would be responsible for handling all facets of our real estate practice and working closely with our sister title company, Nest Title & Escrow.

Core Values

• We treat one another as we would want to be treated ourselves.

• We prioritize continuous learning, understanding that it is an essential element of success in the ever-evolving legal landscape as well as personal development.

• We highly value open debate, acknowledging that all perspectives are instrumental in forging the best path forward.

• Our workplace is characterized by an atmosphere of camaraderie and laughter, which fuels a harmonious and productive work environment.

• We maintain that ego should never overshadow the importance of teamwork and the shared objective of serving our clients.

• Character and integrity are fundamental components of a successful law practice.

Our Clientele

Our typical client is 50 years old or older, primarily female, a grandparent, on the conservative side, and has retired or is about to retire. They rightfully expect a high level of client service, personal attention, and superior expertise. Our goal is to provide an excellent customer experience for the client and build our relationship with them to better understand their goals and the legacy they seek to protect.

We also deal with many developers and contractors, so having an attorney that is able to navigate

The Right Fit For This Position

To excel as a Real Estate Attorney within our firm, the ideal candidate should demonstrate a robust set of skills and experiences, which include:

Extensive Experience :

• Minimum of five years of focused practice in real estate law, with experience handling a variety of real estate transactions.

Real Estate Transactions:

• Expertise in conducting thorough title searches to identify any potential issues that could affect transactions.
• Proven ability to oversee the entire process of residential and commercial real estate closings, ensuring all legal, financial, and regulatory requirements are met.
• Competence in managing real estate financing arrangements, including negotiating terms and handling the documentation required for mortgage agreements and other financing instruments.

Legal Compliance and Complex Disputes :

• Thorough understanding of regulatory compliance issues related to real estate, including federal and state laws that govern transactions and property ownership.
• Skilled in navigating landlord/tenant laws, including lease negotiations, evictions, and tenant rights.
• Proficiency in zoning laws and regulations, which includes representing clients in hearings and ensuring compliance with local planning standards.

Real Estate Development:

• Understanding the legal requirements for property development, including land acquisition, construction contracts, development agreements, and the permitting process.
• Familiarity with environmental regulations and the impact of environmental assessments on property development.

Commercial Leasing:

• Extensive knowledge of drafting, negotiating, and interpreting commercial leases.
• Experience with issues specific to retail, office, and industrial spaces, such as tenant improvements, subletting, and leasehold financing.

Real Estate Litigation :

• Ability to represent clients in disputes related to property rights, boundary issues, easements, and contract disagreements.
• Experience with foreclosure processes, including both judicial and non-judicial foreclosures, and defending against or prosecuting breach of contract claims.
• Experience with quiet title actions to confirm ownership, resolve title disputes, and clear defects.

Land Use and Planning :

• Expertise in land use planning and negotiations with local government bodies regarding zoning variances, rezoning applications, and special use permits.
• Knowledge of historical preservation laws and their impact on property modifications and usage.

Condominium and Homeowners Association (HOA) Law:

• Experience in condominium and planned community development and governance.
• Ability to handle legal issues related to HOA disputes, governance, and compliance with state laws and regulations.

Tax Law Understanding:

• Basic understanding of tax law implications on real estate transfers to provide clients with strategic advice on minimizing tax liabilities during transactions.
• Knowledgeable in handling 1031 tax-deferred exchanges, allowing clients to defer capital gains taxes on property swaps.

Interpersonal and Communication Skills :

• Outgoing and engaging personality, capable of building strong, trusting relationships with clients.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, essential for explaining complex legal issues in an accessible manner to clients and in negotiations.
• Commitment to client service, with a focus on providing tailored, empathetic advice and support.

Desired Attributes

Integrity and ethical behavior :

• The candidate should demonstrate high ethical standards and professionalism in all aspects of their work, and be able to represent the firm in a manner that aligns with its values and mission.

Sense of humor :

• Candidate should enjoy laughing and have a work hard/play hard mentality.

Self-Starter :

• Candidates should be independent and not require constant prodding or oversight.

Excellent communication skills :

• The candidate must be able to communicate effectively both in writing and verbally, and be adept at presenting ideas and strategies to clients.

Attention to detail :

• The candidate should possess a keen eye for detail, ensuring that all estate planning documents, deeds, and other pleadings are free of error and are good order.

Problem-solving skills :

• The candidate must be able to identify challenges and opportunities, and develop practical, effective solutions to achieve clients' goals.

Results-oriented mindset :

• The candidate should be focused on achieving measurable results and be able to demonstrate a track record of success in previous roles.

Collaborative spirit :

• The candidate should be a team player who is able to work effectively clients, staff, attorneys, and the administrative team to achieve shared goals.

Resilience and persistence :

• The candidate should be able to maintain focus and determination in the face of challenges and setbacks, and continue working towards marketing objectives even in difficult circumstances.

Accessible

• Because this is a remote position, the right candidate should be easily accessible to clients and staff who may have questions.

Compensation We offer competitive salaries and desire candidates that are looking for long term employment and the ability to grow with the firm.

• Salaried position with compensation based upon experience level
• Vacation is gained on an accrual basis
• 5 paid sick days/personal days
• Paid holidays
• Health insurance
• Short term disability
• Long term disability
• Life insurance
• We offer vision, dental, and critical illness insurance, but we do not offer compensation for those currently
• Retirement plan with 3% matching by employer after one year of employment