📍 Clifton, NJ (Hybrid)
💰 $200,000 – $300,000 + Bonus Opportunity + Comprehensive Benefits
About the Opportunity
A respected and growing law firm is seeking an Estate Planning Attorney to lead and expand its estate planning practice. This is a unique opportunity for an attorney who enjoys working directly with clients, developing sophisticated estate plans, and helping shape the future of a growing department.
The ideal candidate will combine strong technical estate planning skills with a client-centered approach and a desire to play a meaningful role in practice growth, mentorship, and long-term strategic development.
Why This Role Stands Out
- Exceptional compensation package ranging from $200,000–$300,000
- Performance-based bonus opportunity
- Hybrid work flexibility
- Opportunity to lead and help grow an expanding estate planning practice
- Established client base and strong referral pipeline
- Meaningful client interaction and advisory responsibilities
- Leadership opportunities including mentorship, process improvement, and practice development
- Collaborative culture that values both professional excellence and work-life balance
What You'll Do
- Conduct client consultations and advise individuals and families on customized estate planning strategies
- Draft, review, and oversee:
- Wills
- Revocable and irrevocable trusts
- Powers of attorney
- Advance healthcare directives
- Asset protection and related planning documents
- Guide clients through the estate planning process from initial consultation through execution and follow-up
- Build trusted relationships with clients and professional referral sources
- Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to ensure exceptional client service and efficient workflow
- Help strengthen and scale the estate planning practice through:
- Process improvements
- Standard operating procedures
- Service delivery enhancements
- Partner with firm leadership and marketing teams on:
- Client education initiatives
- Community outreach
- Seminar-based business development efforts
- Mentor junior attorneys and staff as the department continues to grow
- Stay current on developments in estate planning, tax law, elder law, and asset protection strategies
Qualifications
- J.D. from an accredited law school
- Active New Jersey Bar admission required
- 2+ years of focused estate planning experience
- Strong experience drafting:
- Wills
- Trusts
- Powers of attorney
- Advance directives
- Related estate planning documents
- Experience conducting client consultations and providing strategic legal guidance
- Excellent communication, relationship-building, and client service skills
- Strong organizational and practice management abilities
- Ability to work collaboratively while taking ownership of client matters
Preferred Qualifications
- New York Bar admission
- WealthCounsel experience
- Experience with asset protection planning, elder law, or advanced estate planning strategies
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range: $200,000 – $300,000, depending on experience
- Performance-based bonus opportunity
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement plan
- Paid time off
- Hybrid work flexibility
- Long-term leadership and advancement opportunities
About the Firm
This confidential employer is a well-established and growing law firm known for delivering practical legal guidance, exceptional client service, and highly responsive representation. The firm has built a strong reputation through its client-centered approach and commitment to fostering a collaborative, supportive environment for its attorneys and staff.
Why You'll Love Working Here
- Opportunity to build and influence a growing estate planning practice
- Strong client volume and established referral relationships
- Collaborative and supportive team environment
- Meaningful leadership and mentorship opportunities
- Clear path for professional growth and advancement
- Firm culture that values both outstanding legal work and sustainable work-life balance