Guardianship/Elder Law Associate Attorney

ShuffieldLowman; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

medical

dental

vision

short-term disability

long-term disability

life insurances

AFLAC supplemental options

401(k)-retirement plan

wellness plan

Job summary

ShuffieldLowman in Orlando seeks a Guardianship/Elder Law Associate to handle complex guardianship work for high-net-worth clients.

The candidate will manage a full caseload, engage in intake, draft pleadings, and appear in court across Florida. Strong negotiation, communication, and multi-tasking skills are required, with a focus on attention to detail and client service in a team environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-10 years of Guardianship, Medicaid Planning, and/or Estate Planning experience with a focus on special needs planning.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask and stay focused in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and professional demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload from start to finish.
• Intake and Consultations.
• Drafting, e-filing, and serving pleadings.
• Managing clients' expectations and returning all calls within 24 hours during the week.
• Court appearances in the Orlando area and throughout Florida, if necessary.
• Networking and building relationships to grow the business.

Skills

Guardianship experience

Medicaid planning

Estate planning

Special needs planning

Client communication

Detail orientation

Multitasking

Job description

A 55-attorney full-service AV-Rated law firm has immediate need in our Orlando office for a Guardianship/Elder Law Associate to focus primarily on complex guardianship work for high-net-worth clients. The successful candidate will have 5-10 years strong guardianship, special needs estate planning experience, Medicaid planning experience, strong communication skills and a professional demeanor. Must have excellent attention to detail, be comfortable interacting with clients, be a team player and have strong ability to mult‑task.

Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload from start to finish.
• Intake and Consultations.
• Drafting, e‑filing, and serving pleadings.
• Managing clients' expectations and returning all calls within 24 hours during the week.
• Court appearances in the Orlando area and throughout Florida, if necessary.
• Networking and building relationships to grow the business.

Requirements

• Minimum 5-10 years of Guardianship, Medicaid Planning, and/or Estate Planning experience with a focus on special needs planning.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to follow through with assignments.
• Adapt well to change and maintain a positive attitude under stress.
• Ability to multitask and stay focused on the most important and urgent issues.
• Thrives in a fast‑paced environment.
• Adherence to our core values.
• Some Litigation experience preferred.

This full‑time position offers benefit options, including medical, dental, vision, short‑term disability, long‑term disability, life insurances, AFLAC supplemental options, a 401(k)-retirement plan and wellness plan.

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• short‑term disability
• long‑term disability
• life insurances
• AFLAC supplemental options
• a 401(k)-retirement plan
• wellness plan

No phone calls or walk‑ins will be accepted. Please contact Maureen McArdle, Human Resources Manager, [e-mail]