Estate Planning Attorney

Job Title: Estate Planning Attorney
Job Location: Leesburg, VA

Job Overview:
A respected law firm is seeking an experienced Estate Planning Attorney to join their team in a partner-track role. This opportunity is ideal for an attorney looking to elevate their practice with mentorship from seasoned professionals while maintaining a balanced work-life environment. The position offers the chance to work directly with clients, design customized estate plans, and manage a team of professionals dedicated to high-quality client service.

Duties:

• Collaborate with the firm’s managing partner to create tailored estate and asset protection strategies for clients.
• Led the implementation and customization of estate plans, including retitling, benefit application preparation, and prosecution.
• Supervise the estate and elder law planning team, providing guidance and managing paralegal and support staff.
• Manage estate/trust administration and fiduciary services in the probate department.
• Develop and manage the planning department to ensure business goals and targets are met.
• Act as the primary attorney for clients, handling all communications, questions, and inquiries in a professional and timely manner.
• Ensure the coordination of the planning, application, and customer service functions of the firm.
• Train and supervise legal assistants and assist in paralegal hiring processes.
• Delegate tasks effectively and manage time to meet deadlines.
• Assess prospective clients' needs and guide them through the necessary steps.
• Additional duties as required to support the firm’s growth and client service.

Requirements:

• Admission to the Virginia State Bar (Maryland and District of Columbia Bar admission a plus).
• 2-4 years of experience in estate planning and/or elder law.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to connect compassionately with clients and team members.
• Professional demeanor with a commitment to high-quality work and client satisfaction.
• Highly organized with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Self-starter with the drive to exceed expectations and attention to detail.
• Ability to respond to an ever-changing schedule while adhering to deadlines.
• Diplomatic and discrete with sensitive client matters.
• Strong leadership qualities with a focus on teamwork and collaboration.
• Ability to work independently and manage a team with patience and humor.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Virginia State Bar license (required).
• Maryland and District of Columbia Bar licenses (preferred).

Skills:

• Expertise in estate planning and elder law.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Leadership and team management skills.
• Client-focused approach with excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to manage complex estate and asset protection strategies.
• The high degree of professionalism, discretion, and empathy.
• Proficient with legal software and tools relevant to estate planning and administration.

Benefits:

• Competitive health insurance coverage, including dental and vision.
• 401(k) participation.
• Coverage for all bar dues and CLE (Continuing Legal Education) costs.
• Generous paid time off and a family-friendly work environment.
• Opportunity for professional development and community engagement.

This Northern Virginia law firm specializes in Estate Planning & Elder Law. Its practice areas include long term care and asset protection, medicaid application, veterans affairs, estate and trust planning, probate and estate administration, guardianships and conservatorships, special needs planning, pet trust, standby guardian, litigation & fiduciary duties and special property trust. The firm is located in Leesburg, Virginia.