Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm seeks an experienced associate attorney to join its expanding practice in Fairfax, VA. This role focuses on fiduciary law, including guardianships, conservatorships, guardian ad litem matters, estate and trust administration, and elder law. The ideal candidate will have prior experience handling cases involving incapacitated individuals, probate administration, estate planning, and financial or healthcare-related legal matters.

Duties:

• Conduct initial consultations with clients and third parties via phone, email, or in-person meetings.

• Serve as a liaison between the firm and healthcare facilities, financial institutions, and governmental agencies.

• Analyze and reconcile legal and financial documents related to fiduciary and estate matters.

• Draft and review legal documents, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, petitions, accountings, and tax-related filings.

• Develop tailored financial and asset-protection strategies for clients.

• Prepare for and attend court hearings, including drafting motions and petitions for fiduciary matters.

• Utilize a multidisciplinary legal approach incorporating elder law, family law, real estate, business law, and estate planning.

• Act as a fiduciary when necessary, serving as a guardian, conservator, or guardian ad litem.

• Advise clients on Medicaid, Medicare, Social Security, pensions, and related financial matters.

• File legal documents with courts, local Commissioners of Accounts, and financial institutions.

• Represent the firm in promoting elder law and fiduciary practice within the community.

Requirements:

• Previous experience in elder law, estate planning, probate administration, or fiduciary matters.

• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.

• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines effectively.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• Capable of working independently while collaborating with a team.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Licensed or eligible for admission to practice law in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Skills:

• Proficiency in drafting estate planning and fiduciary-related legal documents.

• Familiarity with legal research platforms and case management software.

• Knowledge of Medicaid, Medicare, and Social Security regulations.

• Ability to develop strategic solutions for estate planning and asset protection.

• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.

Benefits:

• Health insurance

• Dental and vision insurance

• Flexible scheduling

• Paid time off

Work Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

• In-person role based in Fairfax, VA