The Law Offices of Timothy R. Loff is seeking a part-time Associate Attorney. The practice is based in Newton and specializes in Elder Law (Primarily MassHealth/Medicaid Applications), Estate Planning, and Probate with some Guardianship/Conservatorship work. With the right candidate this position will grow to full-time.

The associate will be supporting the founding attorney with the management and development of the firm. The Associate will be responsible for their own caseload and providing support within the office on other cases. In addition to case review and oversight tasks, the attorney will draft probate and estate planning documents; correspond directly with clients; and assist with trainings and presentations.

This is a part-time position in Newton, MA with flexible hours. As the Associate’s caseload increases so may the working hours grow into a full-time position. This position may require court appearances in various Probate and Family courts around Massachusetts.

Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

· Managing caseload, which includes, but not limited to, cases in Estate Planning, Guardianships, Conservatorships, Probate Administration, MassHealth, and drafting documents such as Wills, Trusts, Petitions, MassHealth Applications, etc.;

· After six (6) months, expectation of billing at least 15 hours per week;

· Organizing and tracking client files;

· Keeping track of time/billable hours;

· Drafting, formatting, and editing legal documents as assigned;

· Filings at various courts;

· Legal research;

· Attending networking events on behalf of firm/ability to bring cases into firm;

· Assist with marketing (blog post drafting etc.);

· Communicating with court personnel/scheduling departments; and

· Must have a working vehicle and valid MA driver’s license.

Qualifications:

J.D. from an accredited law school; licensed to practice law in MA, and in good standing with the MA bar; and must be trustworthy, possess excellent communication and outstanding interpersonal relationship skills, have a strong work ethic, good organization abilities; and strong research and legal writing capabilities.

(Third year law students may also apply.)

Flexible work from home options available.

Compensation: $30,000.00 - $35,000.00 per year

The Massachusetts Chapter of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (MassNAELA) is a non-profit voluntary association whose members consist of a dedicated group of elder law and special needs attorneys across the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. MassNAELA was incorporated in 1992, to serve the legal profession and the public with the following mission: Educate, inspire, serve, advocate, and provide community to attorneys with practices in elder and special needs law.

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Benefits of Working in Elder and Special Needs Law:

Flexible Schedule

Working in the legal field can allow you to have a great work/life balance. Whether you are working in a small law office or a large firm, the legal profession offers flexible schedules and great office culture.

Job Security

Many Elder and Special Needs Law attorneys advise clients regarding the probate process (legal process when someone dies) and taxes. As Benjamin Franklin said, “The only two certainties in life are death and taxes.”

Rewarding Work

The practice of Elder and Special Needs law focuses on building personal relationships and helping clients obtain benefits that will help them lead better lives. These practice areas also help individuals and families plan for the future, which can make some of life’s most challenging times a little more straightforward.