Medicaid Associate Attorney

Safe Harbor Estate Law•Little Canada, MN

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About The Position

The Medicaid Associate Attorney is responsible for advising clients on Medicaid long-term care eligibility and strategies to protect assets while complying with federal and state regulations. This role involves supervising, preparing Medicaid applications, developing and implementing asset protection plans, including Medicaid-compliant annuities, and guiding clients through the process. The attorney works closely with clients and internal team members to deliver high-quality legal services and ensure a seamless client experience. This position offers excellent training and mentorship from the Lead Attorney, along with dedicated support from experienced Legal Assistants to assist with documentation and case management. It is an outstanding opportunity for an attorney looking to develop deep expertise in protecting client care and assets for those facing long-term care needs, while building practical skills in Medicaid planning and asset protection in a supportive, team-based environment. Client Consultation and Strategy Meet with clients to assess their long-term care planning needs. Advise clients on Medicaid eligibility, benefits, and long-term care planning options. Develop and implement asset protection strategies tailored to client goals. Application and Document Drafting and Review Overseeing preparations of Medicaid applications and supporting documentation to county intake offices, including responding to county verification requests, with assistance from Legal Assistants throughout the process. Collaborate with internal team members to ensure efficient case management, including support from experienced support staff and the lead Medicaid attorney. Analyze financial records to determine eligibility and proactive planning opportunities, with support from Legal Assistants in gathering, organizing, and summarizing documentation, and under the guidance of the Lead Attorney as needed. Ensure compliance with federal and state Medicaid laws and regulations. Stay current with changes in laws, tax regulations, and DHS policies. Research complex legal questions. Communicate with government agencies regarding application status and issues. Maintain accurate and timely client records. Provide excellent client service and maintain strong client relationships.

Requirements

A four-year university degree and Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school are required.
Active license to practice law in Minnesota.
Strong legal drafting and analytical skills.
Excellent understanding of Medicaid eligibility rules and long-term care planning.
Demonstrated excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal.
Detail-oriented and highly organized, must be thorough while completing tasks.
High-level of integrity.
Investigative and curious nature.
Strong problem-solving and conceptual thinking abilities.
Ability to be autonomous and independently handle complex matters and relationships.
Comfort discussing sensitive family and financial topics.
Adaptability and openness to variety in the workplace.

Nice To Haves

2+ years of experience in Medicaid planning, elder law, or asset protection (preferred).
Experience in client-facing legal work.

Responsibilities

Meet with clients to assess their long-term care planning needs.
Advise clients on Medicaid eligibility, benefits, and long-term care planning options.
Develop and implement asset protection strategies tailored to client goals.
Overseeing preparations of Medicaid applications and supporting documentation to county intake offices, including responding to county verification requests, with assistance from Legal Assistants throughout the process.
Collaborate with internal team members to ensure efficient case management, including support from experienced support staff and the lead Medicaid attorney.
Analyze financial records to determine eligibility and proactive planning opportunities, with support from Legal Assistants in gathering, organizing, and summarizing documentation, and under the guidance of the Lead Attorney as needed.
Ensure compliance with federal and state Medicaid laws and regulations.
Stay current with changes in laws, tax regulations, and DHS policies.
Research complex legal questions.
Communicate with government agencies regarding application status and issues.
Maintain accurate and timely client records.
Provide excellent client service and maintain strong client relationships.