Associate Elder Law Attorney

Mentorship and Meaningful Work

Associate Elder Law Attorney – Start Strong, Serve with Purpose

Looking to launch your legal career with purpose? Join a supportive and experienced team in Western Kansas, where you will receive hands-on mentorship in elder law, estate planning, and long-term care strategy. You will make a real difference from day one – helping families secure peace of mind and protect what matters most.

If you are looking for a fun and meaningful job opportunity, this is the place for you! Our firm strives to be the highest quality elder care law firm throughout the state of Kansas, specializing in guiding our clients on life’s journey. The associate attorney will provide legal advice and guidance in the areas of estate planning and elder care, as well as drafting of estate planning documents. Starting salary for the associate is commensurate with experience, along with great advancement opportunities. Benefits include health/dental insurance, flex spending account, life, and disability insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, as well as paid holidays, sick days, and vacation days. Don’t miss this opportunity to join an incredible family-oriented team! Email ashley@clinkscaleslaw.com for more information and to apply!

Check out more about our office at www.clinkscaleslaw.com or visit our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBgdKwJZVwi6ndytSfiZ2mg/videos

FLSA Status: Exempt

Position Summary

Provide legal advice, guidance and counseling to prospects and clients in the areas of estate planning, property transfer, Medicaid, real estate, long term care planning, and probate and estate and trust administration in accordance with established systems and procedures.

Draft estate planning and other documents under supervision of senior attorneys.

Draft entity formation documents, such as corporations, limited liability companies and partnerships. Perform direct estate planning, probate/trust administration.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

· Draft and review documents, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney for finances and healthcare, HIPAA authorizations, and various other documents related to estate planning, estate and trust administration and long-term care planning.

· Develop thorough understanding of elder law issues, including Medicaid, Medicare, Social Security and related issues.

· Oversee and conduct estate signings and funding of estate plans.

· Gather relevant information via discussions with clients and utilize proper checklists to ensure proper preparation of documents and long term care plan.

· Ensure highest level of client satisfaction by responding within one business day to all client calls, questions or inquiries.

· Be proactive and ensure client issues are brought to the attention of managing attorney throughout the process and all client deliverables are timely.

· Supervise and review work of legal assistant and drafting attorney.

· Meet with clients, their family members and trustees to review estate planning binder with finalized documents. Reassure client of inclusion of discussed provisions, and answer questions.

· Arrange for and have paralegal/legal assistant to witness clients orally and publish their wills according to Kansas rules during signing.

· Prepare and implement 5 year and crisis, written plans for Medicaid Planning. Coordinate with Veterans Administration Pension benefits, if applicable.

· Research and keep up to date on legal matters pertaining to current estate planning, estate and trust administration and long term care planning.

· Track and enter all time worked daily.

· Actively participate and meet regularly with the team on present and future practices. Make recommendations for improved efficiencies.

Minimum Qualifications

Juris Doctorate degree from accredited school of law with license to practice law in the state of Kansas. Experience or strong interest in estate planning, estate and trust administration, and long-term care planning required. Prior experience or working background of elder law and Medicaid helpful.

Desired Skills, Abilities and Characteristics

• Knowledge of modern office equipment (printer, copier, fax, scanner)
• Knowledge of and efficient computer skills: Windows 10, Internet email, Microsoft Office- Word, Outlook, Excel, Power Point, and case management software
• Research skills with ability to effectively utilize legal resources effectively
• Excellent client service skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• High degree of accuracy with strong attention to detail
• Creative thinker with sound problem-solving skills
• Team player with ability to roll up sleeves, get into the details and pitch in as needed
• Strong work ethic, sense of accountability and ability to take ownership for work
• Ethical code of conduct
• Critical thinking skills with ability to make recommendations
• Organizational and time management skills with ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to supervise the work of others
• Ability to lead and motivate staff for optimal performance
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Presentation skills
• Thoroughness and ability to follow through
• Ability to relate to and work with the elderly, their families and caregivers
• Sound judgment and ability to act independently when necessary
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks and deadlines in fast-paced environment
• Ability to work cooperatively with diverse individuals both internally and externally to Firm
• Professional, positive demeanor with ability to demonstrate tact, empathy, and diplomacy
• Ability to take initiative, be resourceful, and proactive

Working Conditions

Office environment. Approximately 10% travel overnight and/or out of town. Some weekends required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• Doctorate (Required)

Work Location: In person