The role:

• Senior Associate for the Estate Planning, Probate & Transactional department which includes associate attorneys, paralegals, and secretarial staff.
• Partnership opportunity expected in 3-5 years depending on the candidate and their performance.
• Collaborate and reciprocate with the litigation and domestic relations departments.
• Be an active part of leadership within the firm.
• Participate in marketing strategies and efforts.
• It is preferred that the candidate possess some book of portable business.

The successful candidate should possess the following skills:

• Experience drafting wills, trusts (revocable, irrevocable, special needs), powers of attorney and advanced directives.
• Understand the income, estate and gift tax consequences of various planning choices.
• Handle commercial and residential real estate transactions, including purchase agreements, land installment contracts, leases, deeds and easements.
• Handle probate and trust administration issues.
• Independently manage assigned cases and docket.
• Work effectively with other firm attorneys and professional staff.
• Provide timely and professional communications to clients.
• Effectively pursue business development initiatives and client relationships.

Ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• JD from an ABA accredited law school and excellent academic credentials.
• 5-7 years of Estate Planning and Probate Administration; some transactional experience preferred but not required.
• Understanding of courts probate procedures.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Attention to detail and willingness to take ownership of assigned tasks.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organization, time management, and project management skills.
• Commitment to professionalism, collegiality, and teamwork, along with ability to work independently on various projects.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Generous paid time off
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Bar dues and continuing education courses