Estate Planning & Probate Attorney
Job Description
Job Description
Are you ready to make a meaningful impact as an Estate Planning and Probate Attorney? At The Simone Law Firm, P.C., we champion our team members and provide an environment where your skills can truly shine. You will have the chance to engage across various legal areas, directly influencing the lives of clients. Our firm values collaboration, and you will be an essential player in our supportive team, all while enjoying the stability and benefits that come with a growing firm. You will foster personal relationships with both clients and the leadership team, ensuring that your contributions are acknowledged and appreciated.
Our commitment to a positive work environment is unwavering. From team outings to celebrating milestones, we nurture a workplace that feels like a community. As an Associate Attorney, you will manage your own caseload, focusing on Elder Law and Estate Planning. You will work with a team, including a paralegal and support staff, to meet clients' legal needs effectively. This role offers the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule, supporting a healthy work-life balance. We also provide a competitive benefits package, including PTO, health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with matching, and quarterly bonuses. Let's build a future together where your expertise makes a difference every day.
Compensation:
$95,000 - $130,000+ yearly
Responsibilities:
- Represent clients in the Chancery Division and Law Division in New Jersey, and the Register of Wills and Orphans' Court in Pennsylvania.
- Draft and prepare estate planning documents, including Wills, Trusts, Powers of Attorney, Living Wills, and Guardianship Pleadings.
- Ensure compliance with all legal standards and regulations related to Elder Law and Estate Planning.
- Manage administrative and operational functions to ensure smooth practice operations and client satisfaction.
- Advise clients on business and legal transactions.
- Negotiate settlements for legal disputes and resolve cases effectively.
- Lead client consultations to understand their estate planning needs and provide tailored legal advice.
- Draft, review, and finalize estate planning documents, ensuring accuracy and compliance with state laws.
- Collaborate with paralegals and support staff to efficiently manage and execute client cases.
- Stay informed on the latest legal developments in estate planning and probate to provide up-to-date counsel.
- Develop and maintain strong client relationships, fostering trust and open communication throughout the legal process.
- Coordinate with financial advisors and other professionals to ensure comprehensive estate planning solutions for clients.
Qualifications:
- Licensed to practice law in New Jersey and Pennsylvania.
- Minimum of 4 years of legal experience.
- 2-3 years of experience in Elder Law and/or Estate Planning preferred.
- Familiarity with various legal documents related to estate planning and elder law.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to build rapport and establish trust with clients.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and Excel.
- A go-getter with a strong work ethic and a proactive attitude.
- Knowledge of Amicus Attorney Case Management Software is a plus, but not required.
- Ability to convey confidence in person, on the phone, and in court.
- Demonstrates empathy for clients, providing reassurance during challenging times.
- Detail-oriented, ensuring quality and precision in all tasks.
- Outcome-oriented with a focus on delivering results.
- Stable, with strong processes and a structured approach to work.
- Team-oriented, cooperative, and collaborative with colleagues.
- Honesty and a commitment to maintaining ethical and trustworthy actions in all professional dealings.
About Company
We serve clients in the areas of Nursing Home Law, Health Law, Elder Law, Wills and Estates, Homeowner Association Law, Real Estate, Planning & Land Use, Zoning, Corporate, Contract, Business Law, and Collection in both New Jersey and Pennsylvania.
Visit our website to learn more about who we are and what we do.
Who we are:
- Detail-oriented -- quality and precision-focused
- Outcome-oriented -- results-focused with a strong performance culture
- Stable -- traditional, stable, strong processes
- Team-oriented -- cooperative and collaborative
- Honesty – Instills respect for all and is ethical/trustworthy in all of the firm’s actions
The firm offers benefits including PTO, health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with matching (after 90 days of full-time employment), and quarterly bonuses.