Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Are you seeking a chance to shine and have your skills recognized? Join our team, where we value, support, and champion our dedicated employees. If you are looking for an opportunity at a law firm where you can work across different legal areas and make a direct impact on clients, we are the perfect fit for you.

We're not your ordinary law firm! Our firm is currently in an exciting phase of growth where each member is a vital team player, yet we're large enough to offer the stability and benefits you desire. You will develop a personal relationship with the owner and interact with clients daily to see the outcomes of your work.

We place great emphasis on cultivating a positive office environment in our firm. Whether it's quarterly team outings or office birthday celebrations, we strive to maintain a fantastic atmosphere in the workplace. We are currently searching for an Associate Attorney to join our team. In this role, you will represent clients in legal proceedings in both New Jersey and Pennsylvania, managing your own caseload of Elder Law and Estate Planning cases.

A typical day will involve meeting clients in person and then leading a team consisting of a paralegal and support staff on a client's legal needs. This role also includes a hybrid work schedule.

$95,000 + (Yearly) yearly

• Represent clients in the  Chancery Division and Law Division in New Jersey , and the  Register of Wills and Orphan's Court in Pennsylvania .
• Draft and prepare estate planning documents, including  Wills ,  Trusts ,  Powers of Attorney ,  Living Wills , and  Guardianship Pleadings .
• Ensure compliance with all legal standards and regulations related to  Elder Law and  Estate Planning .
• Manage administrative and operational functions to ensure smooth practice operations and client satisfaction.
• Advise clients on  business and legal transactions .
• Negotiate settlements for legal disputes and resolve cases effectively.

• Licensed to practice law in  New Jersey and  Pennsylvania .
• Minimum of 4 years of legal experience.
• 2-3 years of experience in  Elder Law and/or  Estate Planning preferred.
• Familiarity with various  legal documents related to estate planning and elder law.
• Strong  analytical and  problem-solving skills .
• Ability to  build rapport and establish trust with clients.
• Excellent  written and  verbal communication skills .
• Proficient in  Microsoft Office and  Excel .
• A  go-getter with a strong work ethic and a proactive attitude.
• Knowledge of  Amicus Attorney Case Management Software is a plus but not required.
• Ability to convey  confidence in person, on the phone, and in court.
• Demonstrates  empathy for clients, providing reassurance during challenging times.
• Detail-oriented , ensuring quality and precision in all tasks.
• Outcome-oriented with a focus on delivering results.
• Stable , with strong processes and a structured approach to work.
• Team-oriented , cooperative, and collaborative with colleagues.
• Honesty and a commitment to maintaining ethical and trustworthy actions in all professional dealings.

We serve clients in the areas of Nursing Home Law, Health Law, Elder Law, Wills and Estates, Homeowner Association Law, Real Estate, Planning & Land Use, Zoning, Corporate, Contract, Business Law, and Collection in both New Jersey and Pennsylvania.

Visit our website to learn more about who we are and what we do.

Who we are:

• Detail-oriented -- quality and precision-focused
• Outcome-oriented -- results-focused with a strong performance culture
• Stable -- traditional, stable, strong processes
• Team-oriented -- cooperative and collaborative
• Honesty – Instills respect for all and is ethical/trustworthy in all of the firm’s actions

The firm offers benefits including PTO, health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with matching (after 90 days of full-time employment), and quarterly bonuses.

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