Associate Attorney - Estate Planning

Steinbacher, Goodall & Yurchak; Wyalusing (PA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Holiday Pay

Jury Pay

Birthday Off

Bereavement Leave

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Gym Membership

Student Loan Assistance and Tuition

Job summary

Steinbacher, Goodall & Yurchak in Wyalusing, PA seeks an Estate Planning Associate Attorney to join our compassionate, client-focused team. You will support partners by delivering thoughtful legal services to individuals and families, building meaningful relationships and ensuring high-quality work that brings peace of mind.

The ideal candidate has a JD from an accredited law school and at least 2 years' experience in estate planning or elder law, with strong research, writing, and communication

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• 2+ years experience in estate planning or elder law.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal software.
• Commitment to ethical standards and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal research and analysis on estate planning and wealth protection.
• Draft, review, and execute wills, trusts, and powers of attorney.
• Meet with clients to understand goals and provide tailored recommendations.
• Explain legal concepts clearly and compassionately.
• Manage case progression and maintain client communication.
• Review and oversee work by paralegals and staff.
• Collaborate with attorneys and staff to ensure efficient workflow.
• Participate in community outreach and relationship-building.
• Identify process improvements to enhance client experience.

Skills

Legal research

Writing

Analytical skills

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal software

Job description

Steinbacher, Goodall & Yurchak is seeking a compassionate, detail-oriented Estate Planning Associate Attorney to join our Wyalusing office. This role supports our law partners by delivering thoughtful, people-first legal services to individuals and families. The ideal candidate values meaningful client relationships, strong teamwork, and high-quality work that delivers peace of mind.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide legal research and analysis related to estate planning and wealth protection planning
• Draft, review, and execute estate planning documents including wills, trusts, and powers of attorney
• Meet with clients to understand goals and provide tailored recommendations
• Explain legal concepts clearly and compassionately
• Manage case progression and maintain consistent client communication
• Review and oversee work prepared by paralegals and support staff
• Conduct client review meetings to ensure alignment with goals
• Assist with estate administration tasks and filings
• Collaborate with attorneys and staff to ensure efficient workflow
• Participate in community outreach and relationship-building
• Identify process improvements to enhance client experience
• Maintain confidentiality of client and firm information

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• 2+ years experience preferred in estate planning or elder law
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal software
• Commitment to ethical standards and confidentiality

Compensation

commensurate with experience

About Steinbacher, Goodall & Yurchak

At Steinbacher, Goodall & Yurchak, our commitment to a solutions-oriented work environment is realized through teams that are bound by mutual respect and accountability and who strive for continuous learning and growth.

Does that sound like an environment you would like to work in? Are you a team player who is eager to learn, solutions-oriented, and reliable? If so, we may have a place for you on our team!

We have offices in Williamsport, State College, Altoona, Wilkes-Barre, Muncy, Wyalusing, and Wysox, PA.

Our employee benefits include: Paid time off, Holiday Pay, Jury Pay, Birthday Off, Bereavement Leave, Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance, Retirement Plan, Gym Membership, Student Loan Assistance and Tuition Assistance.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Steinbacher, Goodall & Yurchak is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.