Elder Law Attorney / Estate & Tax Planning Attorney in Chatham, NY

Law Firm

Chatham, NY

Elder Law Attorney / Estate & Tax Planning Attorney in Chatham, NY

Attorney

1-5 yrs required

No

Job Title: Estate Planning Attorney

Job Responsibilities:
- Lead estate planning and elder law client matters from inception to conclusion.
- Draft various legal documents including wills, trusts, and other planning documents ranging from simple to complex.
- Provide empathetic and clear counsel to clients regarding their estate planning options.
- Supervise support staff involved in document preparation and trust funding.
- Collaborate with financial and insurance professionals to ensure comprehensive client service.
- Participate in teaching workshops, webinars, and community education events.

Education and Experience Information:
- A Juris Doctor (JD) degree is required.
- Must be a licensed attorney in New York.
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in estate planning and/or elder law is required.
- Bonus points for experience with Medicaid or irrevocable trust planning, and estate administration or probate.

Salary Information:
- The base salary ranges from $93,000 to $125,000, with performance-based bonuses available.
- Additional benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, a 3% employer match Simple IRA, paid time off, bar dues, continuing legal education (CLE), and professional development coverage.
- A flexible schedule and a collaborative, supportive team culture are also offered.

The law firm is seeking an attorney who values a mission-driven practice that prioritizes people over billable hours. The position is full-time and hybrid, allowing for remote work two days a week, with the rest of the time spent in the Chatham, NY office. The firm emphasizes a client-first, tech-forward, and growth-oriented environment and aims to provide peace of mind to clients while fostering a fulfilling work experience for its team. Candidates should be organized, detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable using modern legal technology. The firm is community-minded and seeks individuals who are personable and warm.