Elder Law Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Elder Law Attorney to join their team in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The ideal candidate will work in estate planning, probate/trust administration, elder law, Medicaid, and guardianship. They must demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and a collaborative spirit.

Duties

• Draft wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives.
• Support probate and trust administration, including filings and client communication.
• Assist with asset protection strategies, Medicaid eligibility, and guardianship proceedings.
• Communicate with clients, beneficiaries, fiduciaries, and financial professionals to address questions and resolve issues.

Requirements

• Valid Bar license.
• Experience in estate planning preferred.
• Willingness to relocate to Fort Wayne, Indiana, or surrounding areas preferred.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Bar admission in the state of Indiana.

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• 401(k) and 401(k) matching.
• Dental insurance.
• Flexible schedule.
• Health insurance.
• Health savings account.
• Life insurance.
• Professional development assistance.
• Referral program.
• Vision insurance.

Founded at the very beginning of the twentieth century, this premier law firm provides top-class legal services to a wide range of clients, right from individual and families to Fortune 500 companies. The attorneys here handle all types of legal issues related to business and corporate law, creditors' rights and bankruptcy, elder law and Medicaid planning, estate planning and administration, labor and employment matters, litigation, municipal law, mediation, and real estate and land use.