Estate Planning Attorney

Job Title:
Estate Planning Attorney

Job Location:
Columbia, MD

Job Overview:
A prestigious law firm located in Columbia, MD is currently seeking an experienced and highly skilled Estate Planning Attorney to join its growing team. This is a unique opportunity to lead in your practice area while being part of a firm that offers support, growth, and ample opportunities for professional development. The firm provides a steady stream of clients, allowing attorneys to focus on delivering high-quality client solutions without the pressure of client origination.

Duties:

• Lead the Estate Planning, Trust, Estate Administration, Elder Law, Guardianship, and Special Needs Planning practices.
• Manage and collaborate with your team to provide effective, efficient, and timely legal solutions to clients.
• Engage in business development with support from the firm’s client acquisition program.
• Participate in firm leadership, sharing your insights and contributing to firm strategy and growth.
• Mentor and guide junior attorneys and support staff, promoting a culture of growth and development within the firm.
• Stay current on changes in estate planning laws, regulations, and best practices to ensure the firm provides cutting-edge legal solutions and compliance.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.), LL.M. is a plus.
• Admission to the Maryland Bar (additional admissions in surrounding states is a plus).
• Minimum 6 years of experience.
• Strong leadership qualities and a demonstrated track record of success in practice.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple responsibilities concurrently.

Education:

• J.D. from an accredited law school (LL.M. preferred but not required).

Certifications:

• Admission to the Maryland State Bar (admission to additional states is a plus).

Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of estate planning, trust and estate administration, elder law, and related fields.
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.
• Superior verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and client matters efficiently.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving proficiency.

Benefits:

• Health, dental, and life insurance.
• Retirement plans including 401(k) and matching.
• Unlimited paid time off (PTO).
• Professional development opportunities.
• Employee discounts.

Job Location:
Columbia, MD (Hybrid work model).

Founded in 2010, the law firm focuses its practice on is an estate planning, elder law, and special needs planning. The firm has offices in Columbia, Annapolis, Rockville, Baltimore, and North Bethesda, Maryland.