Associate Attorney

East Coast Elder Law, PLLC is a boutique firm that focuses on elder law, focusing on estate planning, estate and trust administration, special needs planning, guardianships, and long-term care planning. Our dedicated team is committed to providing personalized legal services to meet the unique needs of each client. Based in Virginia Beach, VA, we strive to deliver exceptional care and solutions for the elder community.

• Role Description

This full-time, on-site position offers an excellent opportunity to advance your legal career in a supportive environment while making a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors and their families. You'll work with clients on complex elder law matters while contributing to practice growth and development.

This position will be responsible for providing legal counsel and representation in elder law matters, including estate planning, trusts, and guardianships, and long-term care issues. Day-to-day tasks include meeting with clients and their families, drafting legal documents, conducting legal research, managing cases, developing client relationships, and participating in marketing and business development activities to grow the practice.

• Compensation will match experience, and we're committed to a fair discussion based on your qualifications and what you bring to the role.
• Essential Qualifications
• Active Virginia Bar License (mandatory)
• Minimum 2 years of experience in trusts and estates
• Excellent communication skills
• Comfortable with marketing and business development activities
• Strong technology skills and comfort learning new software
• Ability to prioritize tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Ideal Candidate
• Some understanding of public benefits (Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid)
• Patient and empathetic when working with elderly clients and their families
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Proactive in seeking professional development opportunities
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Passionate about serving seniors through the legal system
• A proactive mindset with a passion for continuous learning
• We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Job Type : Full-time

Pay : $60,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits :

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location : In person