DesRosiers & Tierney, LLC
Associate Attorney
Full Time • Beverly
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Training & development
DesRosiers & Tierney, LLC is seeking an Associate Attorney for its Estate Planning, Probate/Estate Administration and Elder Law practice.
DesRosiers & Tierney is a boutique law firm concentrated in the areas of estate planning, business succession planning, corporate transactions, asset protection, elder law, probate/estate administration and taxation matters. The candidate understands how to foster a supportive client environment in order to execute the D&T mission of helping families reach their personal and financial goals.
Due to our continued growth, DesRosiers & Tierney, LLC is recruiting an Associate Attorney in either our Duxbury or Beverly office for its estate planning and probate/estate administration department. The position will offer the opportunity to gain substantive experience and participate meaningfully in a growing practice.
Requirements. The ideal candidate would meet the following criteria:
- 3-5 years' experience with an emphasis in Estate Planning, Estate Administration and Elder Law
- Preference in an LL.M. graduate or a candidate with an interest and/or experience with tax matters a plus
- Knowledge of Wealth Counsel
- Familiarity with Medicaid Application
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Well-developed research and analytical skills
- Corporate law experience a plus
Responsibilities. The Associate Attorney will be responsible for the following:
- Draft and prepare Estate Planning Documents (Wills, POA, HCP, Revocable & Irrevocable Trusts)
- Conduct client meetings
- Advise and guide clients with moderate to high-net-worth estates
- Conduct legal and tax research
- Communicate with clients; ensure cases are managed timely and efficiently
- Collaborate with Senior Attorney, paralegals, and other staff to meet client expectations and commitments
- Ability to oversee multiple cases and follow through on open items. Review open client files regularly to resolve issues and move cases to completion
- Record time and prepare client invoices
- Build trust with clients and represent the firm in a professional manner
This is an excellent growth opportunity for an initiative-taking attorney looking to be part of a team. Primarily, in-person with flexible schedule possible Come join our supportive, friendly office, we are casual but always professional! Commission structure available. Please include resume.
This Company Describes Its Culture as:
- Detail-oriented -- quality and precision-focused
- Stable -- traditional, stable, strong processes
- People-oriented -- supportive and fairness-focused
This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:
- Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous
- People-oriented -- enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects
- Detail-oriented -- focus on the details
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Estates & Trusts : 2 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Compensation: $90,000.00 - $120,000.00 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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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.