Estate Planning Associate – Client-Focused, Hybrid Role

McNees Wallace & Nurick; Lancaster (Lancaster County); Hybrid; USD 110.000 - 165.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Hybrid work model

Zusammenfassung

McNees Wallace & Nurick LLC is seeking an Associate to join our Estate Planning Practice Group in Lancaster, PA. You will guide clients through estate and succession planning matters, and collaborate with senior attorneys to deliver comprehensive legal solutions.

Ideal candidates hold a JD, Pennsylvania Bar admission, and at least one year of estates and trusts experience, including drafting wills, trusts, and related instruments.

Qualifikationen

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Pennsylvania Bar (or eligibility to waive in).
• A minimum of one year of experience in estates and trusts practice, including estate planning and estate and trust administration.
• Experience drafting estate planning documents, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and related planning instruments.
• Self-motivated, driven, and detail-oriented individual.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a collaborative environment.
• Commitment to exceptional client service and long-term relationships.

Aufgaben

• Case Management: Take ownership of assigned matters from start to finish - review, analyze, and develop strategies to achieve successful outcomes.
• Legal Research & Analysis: Conduct thorough research using all available resources to support case strategies and provide well-informed advice.
• Document Drafting: Prepare, review, and finalize contracts, pleadings, agreements, and other legal documents with precision and attention to detail.
• Client Communication: Serve as a trusted advisor by maintaining regular, proactive communication with clients about case progress and next steps.
• Negotiation & Advocacy: Represent clients effectively in negotiations and work toward favorable resolutions whenever possible.
• Collaboration: Partner with senior attorneys and colleagues across practice areas to deliver comprehensive legal solutions.
• Compliance & Ethics: Uphold the highest standards of professional conduct, including adherence to state bar requirements and firm policies.
• Financial Responsibility: Assist in setting retainers, managing payment schedules, and ensuring timely collection of receivables for assigned cases.
• Continuous Learning: Stay current with legal developments and complete all required Continuing Legal Education (CLE) to maintain bar membership.

Kenntnisse

Attention to detail

Time management

Client service

Collaboration

Ausbildung

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Jobbeschreibung

McNees Wallace & Nurick LLC is seeking an Associate to join our Estate Planning Practice Group in Lancaster, PA. You will guide clients through estate and succession planning matters, and collaborate with senior attorneys to deliver comprehensive legal solutions.

Ideal candidates hold a JD, Pennsylvania Bar admission, and at least one year of estates and trusts experience, including drafting wills, trusts, and related instruments.