Estate Planning Associate Attorney
Long Hagan Huff-Harris is a respected law firm serving clients across Greater Boston and the South Shore. The Estate Planning Associate Attorney will play a critical role in serving Trusts and Estates clients by advising on wills, trusts, and drafting estate planning documents.
Responsibilities
- Advise clients on wills, trusts, and other estate planning documents
- Draft and review an average of six (6) to twelve (12) estate planning documents (WealthCounsel/Leap or experience with other drafting software preferred)
- Guide clients on asset protection and basic estate tax considerations
- Counsel executors, trustees, and other fiduciaries on their duties
- Meet with clients to assess needs and update plans as necessary
- Counsel executors, trustees, and other fiduciaries on their duties
- Conduct an average of six (6) to twelve (12) client meetings per week (design meetings and signings)
- Regular travel to office locations (Boston, Duxbury, Hingham, Edgartown, Hyannis) to conduct signing meetings and design meeting (reliable vehicle required)
- Ensure accuracy, organization, and compliance in all client files
Skills
- Minimum of one (1) year of Estate Planning experience is necessary
- Candidates must be licensed Massachusetts attorneys in good standing
- Excellent Customer Service Skills – A welcoming and professional demeanor is essential
- Superior Attention to Detail – Precision in drafting, reviewing, and filing legal documents is essential
- Organized and Systematic – The ideal candidate understands the importance of organization, systems, and processes
- Communicative and Collaborative – Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills are essential
- Self-Motivated with a 'Can-Do' Attitude – The ideal candidate takes initiative, seeks solutions, and can work independently
- Strong Computer and Technology Skills – Comfort with learning and using software programs daily is required
- Ability to Manage Up – In a fast-paced law firm environment, the Associate Attorney must effectively manage supervisors to streamline workflows
- Two (2) to five (5) years experience preferred
- Experience with WealthCounsel/Leap or experience with other drafting software preferred
- Prior experience in estate administration and estate-related litigation is a plus
Benefits
- Competitive Pay
- 401K Company Matching (Up to 4%)
- 50% Employer Paid Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- FSA & Dependent Care Savings Accounts
- Life Insurance
- Continuous Professional Development
- Notary Oath and Renewal Fees Reimbursement
- Hybrid Work Schedule
- 27 Days PTO; Vacation (10), Personal (4), and Paid Holidays Off (13).
- 5 Days Sick PTO, Annually
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