Private Client Associate Attorney

A law firm is seeking a dedicated and experienced Private Client Associate Attorney to join their team in Florham Park, NJ. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in estate planning and administration, along with some experience in elder law matters.

Job Overview:

The Private Client Associate Attorney will provide comprehensive legal services to clients in matters related to estate planning, administration, and elder law. The successful candidate will work collaboratively in a client-focused environment to deliver high-quality legal solutions.

Duties:

• Prepare trust agreements, wills, and other estate-planning documents
• Handle probate proceedings and administer trusts
• Prepare estate tax returns and provide tax planning advice
• Assist with elder law matters, including Medicaid planning and guardianships
• Conduct legal research and analysis
• Draft legal memoranda, pleadings, and other documents
• Represent clients in estate litigation proceedings (experience preferred)

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in estate planning and administration functions
• Admission to the New Jersey Bar is required, with admission to the New York Bar strongly preferred
• Excellent academic credentials from an accredited law school
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
• Motivated to succeed and produce top-quality work with minimal supervision

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admission to the New Jersey Bar
• Admission to the New York Bar (preferred)

Skills:

• Proficiency in estate planning and administration
• Knowledge of elder law principles and Medicaid planning
• Legal research and writing skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage workload effectively

A Vault 100 firm widely cited for its outstanding mentorship opportunities for new associates and for its prestigious clientele, associates also applaud its impressive pro-bono policies, which consider pro-bono work just as important as billable work in calculating bonuses and advancement. They also cite mobility within the firm and say that lower-level associates often work closely with partners on projects, making growth opportunities abundant to those looking for career development.