Estate Planning, Probate & Elder Law Attorney

Orion Placement; Floyds Knobs (IN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Orion Placement is seeking an attorney with 2+ years of estate planning, probate, elder law, or trusts and estates experience to join a full-service firm serving Southern Indiana and Kentucky. This on-site role emphasizes direct client contact, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and meaningful autonomy.

You will draft documents, guide administrations, and build trusted client relationships while contributing to business development in a stable, local team environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of attorney experience in estate planning, probate, elder law, trusts and estates, or closely related work.
• Active bar license in at least one U.S. state; ability to obtain Indiana/Kentucky licensure.

Responsibilities

• Advise individuals and families on estate planning, probate, elder law, and related trusts and estates matters.
• Draft and review wills, trusts, powers of attorney, advance directives, and other estate planning documents.
• Guide clients through estate and probate administration from initial consultation through resolution.
• Counsel clients regarding asset protection, incapacity planning, elder care, and wealth-transfer strategies.

Skills

Drafting

Analytical thinking

Communication

Client counseling

Book of business

Education

Bar admission (any state)

Job description

• Join an established, respected civil practice serving clients across Indiana and Kentucky
• Build meaningful, long-term client relationships while helping families navigate estate planning, probate, elder law, and wealth-transfer matters
• Handle substantive matters with direct client responsibility and significant professional autonomy
• Work alongside experienced attorneys with broad legal knowledge and a collaborative approach
• Opportunity for experienced attorneys with an existing book of business to expand their practice within a full-service platform
• Gain exposure to complementary areas including real estate, business matters, litigation, mediation, and family law
• Join a stable, locally rooted team where your work and client relationships have a visible impact

Location: Floyds Knobs, Indiana. This is an on-site opportunity for an attorney who enjoys working closely with clients and colleagues in person. The office is conveniently positioned to serve both Southern Indiana and the greater Louisville market.

Note: Candidates must have 2+ years of relevant attorney experience in estate planning, probate, elder law, trusts and estates, or closely related work. An active bar license in any state is acceptable, but candidates must be able to obtain appropriate licensure in both Indiana and Kentucky. We are not considering newly licensed attorneys for this opening.

About Us

We are an established, full-service law firm serving individuals, families, businesses, and organizations across Southern Indiana and Kentucky. Our attorneys provide practical, client-focused counsel across estate planning, elder law, probate, litigation, real estate, business matters, and other important legal needs. We value strong relationships, sound judgment, and attorneys who take ownership of their work.Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Advise individuals and families on estate planning, probate, elder law, and related trusts and estates matters
• Draft and review wills, trusts, powers of attorney, advance directives, and other estate planning documents
• Guide clients through estate and probate administration from initial consultation through resolution
• Counsel clients regarding asset protection, incapacity planning, elder care, and wealth-transfer strategies
• Manage client matters independently while collaborating with attorneys across complementary practice areas
• Develop trusted relationships with clients, referral partners, and community contacts
• Participate in business development and practice growth based on experience and interest
• Maintain high standards of responsiveness, professionalism, legal analysis, and client service

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant attorney experience
• Experience in estate planning, probate, elder law, trusts and estates, or closely related practice
• Active bar license in at least one U.S. state
• Ability to obtain licensure in Indiana and Kentucky
• Strong drafting, analytical, communication, and client counseling skills
• Ability to independently manage matters and client relationships
• Existing client relationships or a portable book of business are valuable, but not required

Why You Will Love Working Here

You will have the opportunity to practice meaningful, relationship-driven law without being limited to a narrow role. Our attorneys have room to take ownership, grow their practices, collaborate across disciplines, and become trusted advisors to clients facing important life and business decisions. If you value autonomy, substantive client contact, professional growth, and being part of an experienced local team, this is an excellent place to build the next stage of your career.