Elder Law Associate

What are we looking for in our Elder Law Associate?

Russell Tobin is currently hiring for an Elder Law Associate for a full-service law firm in Lake Success, NY. This firm offers the legal expertise of its 120+ attorneys, who have accumulated experience and problem-solving skills over decades of practice. They are seeking an associate for its growing Elder Law and Estate Planning practice. The successful candidate will be a self-motivated, detail-oriented team member with strong communication skills and a desire to grow their practice.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Counseling clients with regard to estate planning and asset protection;
• Drafting wills, revocable and irrevocable trusts, powers of attorney, health care proxies, and living wills
• Participate in Court Appearances for Estate and Guardianship Proceedings
• Supervising paralegals

JOB QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Juris Doctor degree (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• 5+ years of experience in Elder Law
• Licensed to practice law in New York
• Experience with Estate Planning, Administration, and Litigation and is preferred
• Familiarity with various legal documents
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to build rapport with clients
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

ABOUT US:

Russell Tobin is a leading minority-owned professional and technical recruitment and staffing advisory organization.

We are comprised of specialized practices focusing on a variety of skill sets and industries. Having a depth and breadth of industry expertise, our subject matter experts are able to provide tailored and swift sourcing solutions to fulfill client hiring needs. In other words, we connect top talent with companies.

We are the staffing arm of the Pride Global network, a minority-owned integrated human capital solutions firm, with additional offerings in vendor management, payroll programs, and business process optimization.

BENEFITS DISCLOSURE

Pride Global and its affiliates - including Russell Tobin, Pride Health, and Pride Now - offer eligible employees comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), a 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, identity theft protection, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with some preferred vendors.

EEO STATEMENT:

As a certified minority-owned business, Pride Global and its affiliates - including Russell Tobin, Pride Health, and Pride Now - are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics.

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Rate/Salary: 120,000 - 150,000