Elder Law & Estate Planning Associate — Hybrid, Impactful

Orion Placement; Watchung (NJ); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful work

Professional growth opportunities

Compassionate work environment

Job summary

A client-centered law firm in Watchung, New Jersey seeks an experienced estate planning attorney. The ideal candidate will have a J.D. and at least 3 years of estate planning and elder law experience. Responsibilities include drafting legal documents, advising clients, and handling estate administration. The practice offers a compassionate culture and the opportunity for hybrid work after the initial onboarding period, emphasizing the importance of meaningful legal work for families during critical times.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of directly relevant estate planning and elder law experience required.
• Experience with Medicaid planning, guardianship, probate, or estate administration preferred.
• Litigation experience in estate or elder law matters is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Draft estate planning documents including wills and trusts.
• Advise clients on estate planning and elder care considerations.
• Handle estate and trust administration matters.

Skills

Estate planning

Elder law

Legal writing

Client communication

Education

J.D. required

Tools

Microsoft Office

Law firm/case management software

Job description

A client-centered law firm in Watchung, New Jersey seeks an experienced estate planning attorney. The ideal candidate will have a J.D. and at least 3 years of estate planning and elder law experience. Responsibilities include drafting legal documents, advising clients, and handling estate administration. The practice offers a compassionate culture and the opportunity for hybrid work after the initial onboarding period, emphasizing the importance of meaningful legal work for families during critical times.