Estate Planning Attorney

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Attorney to join our team at Collins Family & Elder Law Group. As an Estate Planning Attorney, you will be responsible for handling estates, trusts, wills, and elder law cases in the Beaufort area. You will have the opportunity to work with a team of experienced elder law attorneys and paralegals, mentored by a senior Certified Elder Law Attorney.

Key Responsibilities:

• Meet with potential clients to discuss their legal needs and provide advice on appropriate legal actions.
• Draft legal documents, research laws, and organize meetings with clients to establish their future plans.
• Prioritize customer needs to ensure they receive top-level service, maintain regular communication, and collaborate with the Client Experience team.
• Provide creative solutions to clients' legal challenges by analyzing their situations, understanding their requirements, and developing a tailored strategic approach.
• Accurately record and report time spent on hourly rate and flat fee cases promptly.
• Travel to various offices in the area as necessary.
• Collaborate effectively with other attorneys to enhance your practice.

Requirements:

• At least 5-7 years of experience specializing in estate law, demonstrating a high level of expertise in independent tasks.
• Possessing a law license in South Carolina is mandatory, with a preference for dual licensure in North Carolina as well. Having a CELA certification would be a plus.
• Candidates must excel in teamwork, recognizing their responsibilities to colleagues and clients.
• Attention to detail and a willingness to go above and beyond are crucial qualities. Our firm prioritizes client satisfaction, necessitating a commitment to excellence from all staff members.
• Effective and sensitive communication skills are a necessity.
• Experience in estate planning, trust/estate administration, Medicaid planning, and long-term care benefits is advantageous. Litigation experience is desirable for handling guardianship and estate litigation cases.
• The ability to efficiently track and bill time is essential for this role.
• We are looking for an individual with a strong work ethic and the initiative to complete tasks independently.
• Negotiation and communication skills are vital for success in this position.

About Us:

We are a fast-growing regional Family and Elder Law Firm with multiple offices in NC and SC. We are committed to excellence, value clients, and strive to be a leader in the industry. We offer a competitive compensation package, including a 401(k) and 401(k) matching, dental, health, life, vision, and long-term disability insurance, paid time off, and bonus opportunities.

How to Apply:

Please submit a resume and a cover letter. In the cover letter, the first sentence should name one movie you have seen or book you have read in the last twelve months, and why you liked it so much.