Elder Law Associate — Mentored, Meaningful Estate Work

Orion Placement; St. Charles (IL); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

HSA

FSA

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Job summary

Confidential Employer in St. Charles, IL seeks an experienced elder law attorney to manage estate administration and guardianship matters with increasing autonomy.

You will draft pleadings, appear in court, counsel clients through sensitive cases, and collaborate with senior attorneys and paralegals to move matters forward. A genuine passion for elder law and serving vulnerable populations is essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in estate administration and/or guardianship.
• Strong legal writing and drafting skills.
• Ability to manage a diverse caseload with precision and self-direction.
• Comfortable in court and in direct client-facing roles.
• Genuine passion for elder law and serving vulnerable populations.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of estate administration and guardianship matters with appropriate attorney supervision and increasing autonomy
• Draft pleadings, motions, orders, letters, and legal documents across probate and guardianship proceedings
• Appear in court on behalf of clients in guardianship and estate matters
• Counsel clients directly, providing clear guidance through complex and emotionally charged situations
• Collaborate closely with senior attorneys and paralegals to move matters forward efficiently
• Maintain well-organized files and manage deadlines across an active caseload
• Handle sensitive client situations with professionalism, empathy, and discretion

Skills

Legal writing

Court appearances

Client counseling

Time management

Independent work

Job description

Confidential Employer in St. Charles, IL seeks an experienced elder law attorney to manage estate administration and guardianship matters with increasing autonomy.

You will draft pleadings, appear in court, counsel clients through sensitive cases, and collaborate with senior attorneys and paralegals to move matters forward. A genuine passion for elder law and serving vulnerable populations is essential.