Estate Planning Attorney
About The Position
Aspen Careers is partnering with a respected and expanding estate planning and elder law firm to identify an Associate Attorney serving the Athens, Ohio / West Virginia market. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who enjoys working directly with clients and wants to build a meaningful practice helping individuals and families plan for their futures. The firm is open to attorneys currently licensed in Ohio who are willing to obtain their West Virginia license, with support from the firm throughout that process. The firm is a growing, mission-driven estate planning and elder law firm serving clients throughout Ohio and expanding its presence in West Virginia. Focused on helping families protect their assets, plan for the future, and preserve their legacies. Known for a collaborative, supportive environment centered around exceptional client service. Invests significantly in attorney training, mentorship, and long-term professional development. Offers attorneys the opportunity to build meaningful client relationships while developing expertise in a growing practice area.
Requirements
- Licensed to practice law in Ohio.
- Willingness to obtain a West Virginia law license (firm will assist with the process).
- Approximately 1–5 years of attorney experience.
- Strong communication, organization, and relationship-building skills.
- Motivated to learn and grow within a specialized estate planning and elder law practice.
Nice To Haves
- Attorneys already licensed in both Ohio and West Virginia.
- Estate Planning experience.
- Backgrounds in Family Law, Personal Injury, Probate, Criminal Defense, or other client-facing practice areas.
- Enjoys meeting with clients, building trust, and guiding individuals through important legal and financial decisions.
Responsibilities
- Build a client-focused practice serving individuals and families with estate planning, probate, and elder law needs.
- Transition from litigation-heavy practice into a more consultative, relationship-driven area of law.
- Explain legal services and help prospective clients determine the appropriate path forward.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Monthly performance bonus opportunities
- Support in obtaining West Virginia licensure for qualified Ohio attorneys
- Comprehensive training and mentorship
- Friday remote-work flexibility when client meetings are not scheduled
- Opportunity to grow alongside an expanding regional practice
- Stable, supportive environment with long-term advancement potential
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
