Job Title : Estate Planning & Elder Law Attorney
Location : Weddington NC
Type : Full Time Directhire
Need experience with estates trusts wills and elder law cases
Possessing a law license in North Carolina is mandatory with a preference for dual licensure in South Carolina as well. Having a CELA certification would be a plus.
Our Client is a family and elder law firm with 15 locations in North and South Carolina. We are currently looking for a hardworking detailoriented Family Law Attorney to join our team in Greenville SC.
They are currently looking for a hardworking detailoriented Attorney to assist in handling the Union and Mecklenburg County area for estates trusts wills and elder law cases. This is a rapidly growing practice area within our Firm and they are seeking a professional who wants to contribute to this growth over time. Candidates will be mentored by a senior Certified Elder Law Attorney with many years of experience and collaborate with a team of other elder law attorneys and paralegals across the Firm.
Responsibilities:
- Meet with potential clients to discuss the legal services provided by the firm and offer advice on appropriate legal actions.
- Draft legal documents research laws and organize meetings with clients to establish their future plans.
- Prioritize customer needs to ensure they receive toplevel service maintain regular communication and collaborate with the Client Experience team.
- Provide creative solutions to clients legal challenges by analyzing their situations understanding their requirements and developing a tailored strategic approach.
- Accurately record and report time spent on hourly rate and flat fee cases promptly.
- Travel to various offices in Union and Mecklenburg County as necessary.
- Collaborate effectively with other attorneys to enhance your practice.
Qualifications:
- The ideal candidate should have at least 57 years of experience specializing in estate law demonstrating a high level of expertise in independent tasks.
- Possessing a law license in North Carolina is mandatory with a preference for dual licensure in South Carolina as well. Having a CELA certification would be a plus.
- Candidates must excel in teamwork recognizing their responsibilities to colleagues and clients.
- Attention to detail and a willingness to go above and beyond are crucial qualities. Our firm prioritizes client satisfaction necessitating a commitment to excellence from all staff members.
- Effective and sensitive communication skills are a necessity.
- Experience in estate planning trust/estate administration Medicaid planning and longterm care benefits is advantageous. Litigation experience is desirable for handling guardianship and estate litigation cases.
- The ability to efficiently track and bill time is essential for this role.
- We are looking for an individual with a strong work ethic and the initiative to complete tasks independently.
- Negotiation and communication skills are vital for success in this position.
Benefits:
- 401k and 401k matching
- Dental Health Life Vision and Longterm disability insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Bonus opportunities