Estate Planning And Elder Law Attorney

4-20 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Overview: A law firm specializing in estate planning and elder law is seeking an experienced attorney to join their team in Charlotte, NC. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in civil litigation and extensive experience in elder law, estate planning, Medicaid planning, and Veteran’s benefits.

Job Duties:

• Meet and advise clients on various matters, including asset protection, estate planning, powers of attorney, living wills, deeds, Medicaid planning, and Veteran’s Aid & Attendance.
• Advocate for clients in civil cases related to guardianships, will caveats, tortious interference with inheritance, and other estate planning-related litigation.
• Conducted legal research, analyzed data, and provided effective legal solutions for client needs.
• Communicate effectively with clients, staff, and others through in-person meetings, phone calls, and emails.
• Assist clients with executing estate planning documents, such as general durable powers of attorney, healthcare powers of attorney, Medicaid, and Veteran’s benefits.
• Participate in the firm's social media and marketing efforts, including creating video and written content.

Requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited law program and licensed to practice law in North Carolina.
• 5+ years of experience in civil litigation.
• 7 years of experience in elder law, estate planning, Medicaid planning, and Veteran’s Aid & Attendance.
• Strong knowledge of legal research, laws, and regulations related to elder law, Medicaid, Veteran’s benefits, estate planning, and estate and trust administration.

Skills:

• Ability to maintain high professional conduct and effectively communicate with clients and colleagues.
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage and organize high caseloads.
• Client service-oriented with the ability to assess client needs, empathize, and deliver quality services.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including adeptness in difficult conversations and conflict resolution.
• Quick learner, comfortable with technology, and able to quickly adapt to unfamiliar software.
• Self-aware and committed to personal and professional growth and development.
• Values self-care, including a commitment to physical, mental, and emotional fitness.

Job Location: Charlotte, NC

Benefits offered:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental Insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

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