Entry-Level Estate Planning Attorney

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Newburyport, MA, United States

Entry-Level Estate Planning Attorney

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1-5 yrs required

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Job Title: Entry-Level Estate Planning Attorney

Job Overview

A respected law firm located in Newburyport, MA, seeks a dedicated Entry-Level Estate Planning Attorney to join our growing team. This role provides an excellent opportunity to work within a collaborative, tech-forward environment, delivering tailored estate planning services to clients. The ideal candidate will bring a client-centered approach, technological proficiency, and a proactive attitude to every interaction, contributing to our firm’s mission of compassionate and educational estate planning.

Duties

  • Client Consultations: Conduct initial meetings with prospective clients, establishing rapport, setting clear expectations, and guiding them through the estate planning journey.
  • Estate Plan Design & Drafting: Develop and customize estate plans with clients, including wills, trusts, healthcare proxies, and guardianship designations; draft legal documents using WealthCounsel or similar platforms.
  • Client Communication: Maintain clear, ongoing communication with clients, providing regular updates, addressing concerns, and ensuring a seamless experience.
  • Technology Utilization: Conduct virtual meetings on platforms like Zoom, employ interactive tools such as whiteboards, and manage client records efficiently using Zoho CRM.
  • Support Staff Collaboration: Work closely with legal support staff to ensure smooth workflow and document preparation, maintaining client satisfaction and team efficiency.
  • Probate & Trust Administration: Assist clients with probate and trust administration processes, managing timelines, and coordinating with other professionals as needed.
  • Problem Solving & Initiative: Approach client needs and internal processes with creativity, initiative, and resilience, continually seeking improvement.

Requirements

  • Experience: 1-2 years of legal experience, ideally within estate planning or probate; familiarity with Massachusetts probate and estate tax laws is advantageous.
  • Bar Admission: Licensed to practice law in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, or Maine, with Massachusetts Bar Admission preferred.
  • Availability: Must be available to present at community workshops and webinars three evenings per month.

Education

  • Degree: Juris Doctor (.) from an accredited law school.

Skills

  • Client-Centered Approach: Ability to build trust, demonstrate empathy, and address complex and sensitive issues with clients.
  • Technological Proficiency: Experience with WealthCounsel, Zoho CRM, Zoom, Google Suite, and Microsoft Office; ability to learn new systems swiftly.
  • Organizational Skills: Detail-oriented with strong prioritization skills to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
  • Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities for conveying complex legal information clearly and professionally.

Job Location

  • Location: Newburyport, MA

Benefits

  • Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical coverage.
  • 401(k) Matching: Contribution matching for retirement planning.
  • Paid Time Off: Generous PTO for work-life balance.
  • Professional Development: Opportunities for ongoing education, mentorship from senior attorneys, and support for Continuing Legal Education (CLE).
  • Team Environment: A collaborative, supportive atmosphere with a focus on innovation and client care.

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