Estate Administration (EA) Attorney

Jarvis Law Office PC • St. Clairsville, OH

12h • $0 - $75,000

About The Position

Jarvis Law Office, PC helps families live securely, age with dignity, and protect what matters most. Their practice focuses on estate planning, elder law, Medicaid planning, trusts and estates, probate, and related areas of law. They are seeking an Estate Administration (EA) Attorney to join their growing team. This position is ideal for an attorney who enjoys working directly with clients, solving complex legal problems, and collaborating with attorneys and legal professionals to provide an exceptional client experience.

Requirements

• Active, in-good-standing Ohio law license.
• At least five (5) years of customer service experience.
• Strong communication, organization, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and priorities with a high degree of independence.
• Strong commitment to providing exceptional client service.

Nice To Haves

• At least one (1) year of trust and estate administration or probate experience.
• At least one (1) year of Elder Law experience.
• Active, in-good-standing West Virginia law license, or willingness to obtain one within the first year of employment.
• Experience with estate planning, trusts, Medicaid planning, probate, or long-term care planning.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage assigned trust and estate administration and probate matters from opening through closing, including trust funding, asset retitling, court filings, inventories, accountings, notices, and other related requirements.
• Serve as a legal resource to attorneys and support team members on estate planning, trusts, Medicaid planning, probate, and estate administration matters.
• Meet with clients, trustees, personal representatives, and family members to explain legal matters, provide guidance on next steps, and help clients navigate the administration process following a death or incapacity.
• Review estate planning documents, trust funding recommendations, and administration files to ensure accuracy, completeness, and quality.
• Partner with Sales Attorneys, paralegals, and Client Success Coordinators to maintain continuity throughout the client experience and ensure a smooth transition from planning through administration.
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and legal guidance to paralegals and other team members involved in estate administration and contribute to improvements in workflow, processes, and client service.
• Maintain current knowledge of estate planning, trusts and estates, probate, Medicaid, VA benefits, taxation, and long-term care planning, while contributing to Firm initiatives, educational programs, and practice improvements.

Benefits

• Base salary: $75,000 + bonus potential
• Growth opportunities within a respected and expanding firm
• Supportive, team-oriented culture
• Major Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Supplemental benefits such as Short-Term & Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, and Voluntary Life.
• 401(k) with a match after 1 year of employment.
• Paid Time Off, with accrual increasing with tenure, and nine paid holidays.
• Additional firm-specific benefits and perks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level