Associate Attorney - Hendersonville

McIntyre Law, P.C.; Hendersonville (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

A North Carolina Law Firm in Hendersonville is looking for an Associate Attorney. This full-time position requires a Bar License in North Carolina. The ideal candidate will excel in estate planning, elder law, and possess strong interpersonal skills. Responsibilities include advising clients on asset protection and conducting legal research. The firm offers benefits such as 401(k) matching and health insurance, fostering a supportive environment for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of elder law, estate planning, Medicaid planning.
• Experience in civil litigation is a plus.
• Ability to manage high caseloads effectively.

Responsibilities

• Meet and advise clients on estate planning and asset protection.
• Conduct legal research and provide solutions for clients.
• Advocate for clients in estate planning related civil cases.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Legal research

Trial advocacy

Communication skills

Client service orientation

Education

Graduate of an accredited law program

Licensed to practice law in North Carolina

Job description

Looking for a career that goes beyond the ordinary?

You’re in the right place. At McIntyre Elder Law we help families across North Carolina achieve peace of mind.

Associate Attorney - Hendersonville

McIntyre Elder Law, a rapidly growing, highly innovative North Carolina‑based law firm, has a full‑time Associate Attorney position available in our Hendersonville, NC law office.

Job Type: Full‑Time, Salary + Commission

License/Certification: Bar License in North Carolina (Required)

We are looking for an exceptionally bright, immensely talented, highly outgoing, ethically driven attorney who thrives in a team environment. The ideal candidate will be open‑minded, fearless in problem solving, boundless in energy, and 100 percent committed towards continuous improvement – both professionally and personally. There is no such thing as failure, just another opportunity to learn and grow from each experience.

The ideal candidate will combine passion with experience in estate planning, asset protection, and elder law litigation surrounding estate planning matters. In addition, the right person will be motivated in helping clients navigate challenging life situations, be adept at working through complex estate planning processes, skilled with Medicaid and Veterans Benefits planning, and capable of providing peace of mind for clients and their family members throughout this entire process.

Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills, an excellent eye for detail, strong legal research and trial advocacy skills, and experience in litigation are a must. An ability to develop and manage relationships with clients and other firm members is paramount to this position. Our team and leadattorneyare extremely motivated and you should be too!

Responsibilities

• Meet and advise clients regarding asset protection, estate planning, powers of attorney, living wills, deeds, Medicaid planning, Veteran’s Aid & Attendance, etc.
• Advocate for clients in civil cases regarding guardianships, will caveats, tortious interference with inheritance and other varied litigation resulting from estate planning related matters.
• Conduct effective legal research, analyze data and provide legal solutions for the needs of our clients.
• Effectively communicate with clients, staff and others in person, via phone and email.
• Meet with clients to explain and assist them with executing their estate planning, asset protection, general durable powers of attorney, healthcare powers of attorney, Medicaid and/or Veteran’s benefits documents, etc.
• Eager to participate in social media and marketing video and written content for the firm.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited law program and licensed to practice law in the State of North Carolina.
• Experience is a plus and/or a desire to expand knowledge in civil litigation practice.
• Experience is a plus and/or a desire to expand knowledge in the following areas: elder law, estate planning, Medicaid Planning and Veteran’s Aid & Attendance. Strong knowledge of legal research, laws and regulations related to elder law, Medicaid, Veterans Benefits, estate planning, estate and trust administration.
• Ability to maintain high levels of professional conduct, communicate effectively with clients and colleagues.
• Self‑motivated and ability to effectively manage, organize and complete high caseloads.
• Client service oriented, ability to assess clients’ needs, empathize, assist with challenging life problems, and deliver quality services.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including being an excellent listener, adept at having difficult conversations, and skilled at conflict resolution.
• Quick learner, comfortable with technology and ability to quickly learn unfamiliar software.
• Self‑aware and other‑aware, and highly committed towards personal and professional growth and development.
• Values the importance of self‑care, including a commitment towards physical, mental, and emotional fitness.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching.
• Health insurance.
• Paid time off.

Schedule

• 8 hour shift, Monday to Friday.

This is a unique position with a unique law firm. The right person will step in, train and learn quickly, become an integral part of our Hendersonville office, and have control over their pay and advancement.