Associate Attorney

Nelson Elder Care Law; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Nelson Elder Care Law is seeking a passionate Associate Attorney located in Gainesville, Georgia, to help families through legal challenges. This role offers the chance to manage meaningful cases and interact directly with clients. You will perform Attorney Engagement Meetings, develop strategies for Estate Planning, Medicaid benefits, and guardianship.

The ideal candidate will be admitted to the Georgia Bar, possess excellent communication skills, and demonstrate strong ethical judgment. A salary of $90,000 annually, with opportunities for continuous learning, is offered.

Qualifications

• Attorney admitted to the Georgia Bar and in good standing.
• Experience as an attorney in Estate Planning, Probate, or Guardianship preferred but not required.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Attorney Engagement Meetings with clients and assess their needs.
• Update the CRM system with meeting details after every interaction.
• Manage caseload with minimal oversight while ensuring clients' goals are met.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Negotiation skills

Attention to detail

Professionalism

Strong ethical compass

Education

Admitted to the Georgia Bar

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

About the role

Are you passionate about helping families navigate the unexpected challenges of life? Did you recently pass the bar and are looking for a role to launch your legal career with purpose, mentorship, and meaningful client relationships? Are you looking for more than just a desk and a caseload, and looking for something impactful? If you are looking for a firm that offers direct client interaction, the opportunity to manage meaningful cases from the very beginning, and a growth track, then we want to hear from you! As an Associate Attorney, you will work with families to provide legal guidance and strategies that instill confidence to ensure that their legacies are protected and their needs are met.

Responsibilities

• The primary responsibilities of the Associate Attorney are to build confidence, affirming they made the right choice at the Attorney Engagement Meeting, verify their plan, gather designations, and oversee client experience.
• Conduct Attorney Engagement Meetings with clients, assess their needs, and develop strategies to meet Estate Planning needs, Medicaid benefits, probate, and guardianship needs.
• Show compassion when interacting with clients to earn their trust and build confidence.
• Educate the client and answer questions to ensure understanding of the plan.
• Gather needed information, including client details, designations, and confirm referrals.
• Provide these meeting details within 48 hours of the Attorney Engagement to the assigned Paralegal.
• Serve as the point of contact for client legal questions that require an attorney.
• Update the CRM system with meeting or call details on every interaction.
• Follow up with clients to maintain relationships.
• Manage caseload with minimal oversight and work directly with legal team members to ensure clients’ goals are met within the expected timeframe.
• Provide excellent service to ensure the client has an exceptional client experience.
• Seek opportunities for continuous learning to keep up to date with legal issues affecting our areas of practice.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

• Attorney admitted to the Georgia Bar and in good standing.
• Experience as an attorney, preferably related to Estate Planning, Probate, or Guardianship/Conservatorship (but not required).
• Excellent communication skills, including using an appropriate tone and professionalism when engaging with clients.
• Strong ethical compass.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• A self-starter with a positive attitude, resilient emotional intelligence, strong work ethic, and good judgment.
• Strong negotiation skills, including the willingness and ability to reconcile differences and find mutual wins.
• Attention to detail.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Compensation

$90,000 annually