Attorney - Estate Planning & Elder Law
About The Position
This is a leadership-focused role for an attorney who enjoys autonomy and wants to make a meaningful impact. You will serve as the primary attorney for the Brooklyn office, managing matters from consultation through completion while shaping the client journey and supporting the growth of the location. You will be supported by an onsite intake coordinator and firm leadership that continues to drive business development. As the office grows, additional paralegal support is planned, creating an opportunity for you to build and guide a local team. Candidates with significant hands-on estate planning responsibility are strongly encouraged to apply. This role offers a pathway for an attorney who wants to lead, grow a team, and build long-term influence within a respected practice.
Requirements
- Are confident managing matters independently from intake through completion.
- Communicate clearly and comfortably with clients on sensitive topics.
- Enjoy leadership and ownership of outcomes.
- Bring organization, follow-through, and strong drafting skills.
- Are comfortable making decisions and guiding a full caseload.
- Have meaningful experience in estate planning and elder law.
- JD and active New York license in good standing.
- 3 to 5 years of estate planning, elder law, or trust and estates experience.
- Experience managing matters from consultation through execution.
- Strong written and interpersonal communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Estate planning and elder law experience with hands-on responsibility.
- Familiarity with Medicaid planning and administration matters.
- Experience with planning software such as ElderCounsel or WealthCounsel is a plus.
- Bilingual ability is welcome.
Responsibilities
- Manage client matters from beginning to end including consultations, planning design, drafting, signing meetings, and follow-through.
- Guide clients through estate planning, elder law, Medicaid planning, and estate or trust administration.
- Lead the Brooklyn office’s daily legal operations with confidence and professionalism.
- Ensure a smooth and supportive client experience from first meeting through implementation.
- Collaborate with firm leadership on workflow, client service, and future growth.
- Support the development of team structure as additional staff are added.
Benefits
- Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement support, professional development, and performance-based bonus opportunities.
- Partnership pathway available for long-term contributors.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
