Lead Estate Planning Attorney — New Johnston Office

Legacy Law Firm, P.C.; Johnston (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellmark HDHP with HSA (PPO available)

401(k) with employer contribution

Long-term disability

Dependent care FSA

Unlimited PTO

Job summary

Legacy Law Firm, P.C. is opening a Johnston office and seeking an attorney with a passion for estate planning, tax strategy, and business planning to help families protect what matters most.

Based in the region, the firm values mentoring, collaboration, and client-focused service, offering flexible scheduling, competitive compensation, and a strong benefits package while building a boutique practice focused on estate planning, elder law, and related fields.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of estate planning experience, including trusts.
• Educational background or professional experience in accounting, taxation, finance, business, or a related field preferred.
• Leadership ability and the drive to manage your cases without daily oversight.
• A collaborative mindset and commitment to delivering exceptional client service.

Responsibilities

• Meet with individuals, families, business owners, and farmers to design customized estate plans.
• Draft wills, trusts, powers of attorney, business succession plans, and related estate planning documents.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on advanced estate, tax, and business planning strategies.
• Build trusted relationships with clients and professional referral partners.
• Help the Johnston office's legal workflow and client service standards.
• Guide support staff.
• Stay in close contact with the Sioux Falls team so both offices run consistently.

Skills

Analytical

Drafting

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Legacy Law Firm, P.C. is opening a Johnston office and seeking an attorney with a passion for estate planning, tax strategy, and business planning to help families protect what matters most.

Based in the region, the firm values mentoring, collaboration, and client-focused service, offering flexible scheduling, competitive compensation, and a strong benefits package while building a boutique practice focused on estate planning, elder law, and related fields.