Wills, Estates and Trusts Attorney

Job Overview:
A law firm in Kennebunk, ME, is seeking an experienced Wills, Estates, and Trusts Attorney to join its dynamic team. This position offers a fantastic opportunity for a professional with 3 to 7 years of experience in wills, estates, and trusts practice to work within a mid-size firm known for its community connections, exceptional legal services, and commitment to work-life balance. The ideal candidate will be eager to grow professionally, expand their book of business, and contribute to the firm’s continued success.

Location:

• Kennebunk, ME

Duties:

• Draft Wills, Trusts, and other estate planning documents.
• Provide legal counsel on estate administration, tax planning, business succession planning, and Mainecare planning.
• Build and maintain client relationships with excellent client interface capabilities.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and work independently on cases.
• Support clients with legal matters related to wills, estates, and trusts.
• Assist with business development and growing a personal book of business.

Requirements:

• 3 to 7 years of experience in wills, estates, and trusts practice.
• Admitted to practice in Maine (New Hampshire Bar admission is preferred).
• Strong communication, writing, and organizational skills.
• Attention to detail and excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Enthusiasm for client development and growing a book of business.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Previous experience with tax planning, business succession planning, and Mainecare planning is helpful.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Bar Admission in Maine (New Hampshire Bar admission is a plus).

Skills:

• Expertise in wills, estates, and trusts law.
• Strong drafting and legal research skills.
• Client relationship management.
• Business development and marketing.
• Proficiency in estate planning and tax strategies.

Benefits:

• Annual performance-based bonus program.
• 3% 401(k) contribution.
• Paid health, life, and disability insurance.
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) for deductibles.
• Dental and supplemental life insurance options.
• Paid time off and parental leave.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Partnership consideration upon skill, relationship, and revenue growth.

This law firm has offices located in Kennebunk, Maine and Saco, Maine. This firm is a full-service law firm that offers superior legal advice and representation to businesses, individuals, and municipalities. This firm's practice areas include estate planning/probate, municipal/land use, alternative dispute resolution, litigation, real estate, and business. This firm had one of its lawyers selected to the 2015 Super Lawyers rising stars list for New England. The firm was also recognized by Super Lawyers in 2015 for having some of the top lawyers.