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Newport News office of our client seeks wills, trust, estate and elder law associate attorney with 5+ years of experience drafting estate documents, advising on distribution issues, and advising clients on wills, trusts, estates and elder law to include Social Security, Medicare and Veterans Administration issues. The candidate will work closely with Partners in the product liability division on a regular basis providing updates and seeking guidance as needed with occasional projects from other attorneys as requested. Will resolve estate planning and distribution issues for a large, geriatric clientele currently represented by the product liability division, with the future potential of developing the attorney's own independent clientele. Draft and edit estate planning documents. Advise clients on estate planning and elder law matters to include Medicare, Social Security and Veterans Administration issues. Counsel clients who are acting as personal representatives in their duties and responsibilities. Attend distribution hearings in wrongful death and survival cases, as necessary. Assist with locating potential beneficiaries and determining which beneficiaries qualify for various claims under the Virginia wrongful death statute, Virginia survival statute, and maritime wrongful death and survival law. Work with the settlement division to ensure settlements are disbursed properly and in a timely manner. Assist and support the products liability division team in large and complex cases. Develop and execute effective strategies appropriately. Ensure the successful meeting of all deadlines while managing several projects simultaneously. Assist with other duties as requested. Should be Virginia-Bar certified Associate. Must be an active member in good standing of the Virginia Bar. Extensive knowledge of estate planning and administration of Social Security, Medicare and other elder law subject matter is required. Legal

The candidate should have strong academic and professional credentials along with excellent writing and communication skills. Must be self-motivated, organized, and able to work under pressure while meeting deadlines. Is expected to use Microsoft Office and other software tools to create professional, complete, accurate, and detailed documents. Must have a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an American Bar Association (ABA) approved law school. Should be dedicated, honest, reliable, and understands confidentiality obligations. Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and deadlines is needed. Superior communicator (written and verbal) with strong interpersonal skills are essential. Must have proficiency with Microsoft Office applications. Ability to work independently and collaborate with others is essential.

Trusts and Estates

Full-Time

Newport News office of our client seeks real estate attorney with 1-3 years of experience. The candidate will serve in residential real estate closings, deed and contract drafting and other related responsibilities. Previous real estate experience is strongly desired. Previous litigation, estate planning or other legal experience is helpful. Legal

The candidate will be able to work on multiple deadline driven tasks concurrently in a fast paced environment. Good verbal skills are paramount.

Real Estate

Full-Time

Newport News office of our client seeks family law attorney with 5+ years of experience. The candidate will take on complex family law matters, including divorce, equitable distribution, spousal and child support, child custody, paternity, post-divorce enforcement, and protective orders. Must be admitted to the Virginia State Bar. Legal

The candidate should be self-starter and have excellent communication skills.

Family Law

Full-Time