Job Description
Associate Attorney (0–3 Years)
Elder Law | Estate Planning | Guardianships
📍 Syracuse, NY (Hybrid 4/1)
💼 $75,000–100,000 + Bonus + Benefits
🚫 No Billable Hour Requirements
The Marrone Law Firm, P.C. is a boutique elder law and estate planning firm in Syracuse focused on Medicaid planning, trust drafting, guardianships, and Surrogate’s Court matters.
We are hiring an associate attorney (0-3 years experience) who wants to build deep technical expertise in a stable, recession-resistant practice area.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys substantive legal work, strong drafting, and meaningful mentorship- not high-pressure billable environments.
What You’ll Do
• Draft wills and revocable/irrevocable trusts
• Assist with Medicaid planning strategies
• Prepare Surrogate’s Court pleadings and accountings
• Attend court appearances
• Work directly with senior attorneys on active matters
• Meet with clients and develop real responsibility early
You will not be handed 150 files and told to “figure it out.” This is structured training with increasing responsibility.
Who Should Apply
• NYS admitted (or pending admission)
• 0–3 years experience preferred
• Strong writing and drafting ability
• Detail-oriented and organized
• Interested in becoming technically strong in elder law and estate planning
Experience in trusts & estates or elder law is helpful but not required.
What We Offer
• Competitive salary ($75k–$100k based on experience)
• Annual performance bonus
• Profit-sharing & retirement matching
• Health & dental insurance
• Hybrid schedule (4 days in-office / 1 remote)
• Office closes at 1pm on Fridays year-round
• Recognized as a CNY Best Place to Work & Inc. Best Workplace
If you’re looking for a long-term professional home where you can develop real expertise and work on meaningful matters, we’d welcome a conversation.
📩 Email resume & cover letter to anthony@themarronelawfirm.com
Applications reviewed on a rolling basis.