Senior Estate Planning Attorney

Job Title: Senior Estate Planning Attorney
Job Location: Williamsport, PA
Job Type: Full Time

Job Overview:

A law firm in Williamsport, PA, is seeking an experienced Senior Estate Planning Attorney to provide expert legal advice and guidance to clients regarding estate planning and elder law. The role involves working closely with clients to develop customized estate plans, ensuring assets are protected and distributed according to their wishes. The ideal candidate will possess excellent legal research and writing skills, and the ability to communicate effectively across all levels.

Duties:

• Draft legal documents, including wills, trusts, and related ancillary documents, using firm templates and software.
• Review legal documents with clients, offering comprehensive analysis and feedback to ensure the effectiveness of estate plans.
• Prioritize client satisfaction, addressing concerns and complaints promptly and efficiently.
• Represent the firm in community involvement, such as boards, committees, and other local groups.
• Collaborate with staff, ensuring the accuracy and completeness of drafted legal documents.
• Manage workflow and recommend process improvements to ensure smooth file management.
• Conduct client review meetings to verify the alignment of estate planning documents with client goals.
• Supervise paralegals, law clerks, and administrative staff.

Requirements:

• Minimum 4+ years of experience in an estate planning or elder law firm environment.
• Strong understanding of estate planning and tax codes.
• Ability to make sound decisions, solve problems, and communicate effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Education:

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Licensed to practice law in the state of Pennsylvania.

Job Location:

• Williamsport, PA.

Skills:

• Expertise in estate planning and elder law.
• Strong legal research and document drafting capabilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage teams and oversee legal staff.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Benefits Offered:

• Paid Time Off.
• Holiday Pay, including Birthday Off and Jury Pay.
• Bereavement Leave.
• Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance.
• Retirement Plan.
• Gym Membership.
• Student Loan Assistance and Tuition Assistance.

This law firm provides a wide range of legal services to clients in elder care law matters. Its major practice areas include estate planning and administration, wealth protection and tax planning, business succession planning, nursing home Medicaid planning, personal injury litigation, and related areas. The firm's team of attorneys decades of combined legal experience in these areas. Its offices are located in Williamsport and State College, Pennsylvania.