What are the responsibilities and job description for the Elder Law Attorney position at Jordan Balkema Elder Law Center?
Job Description
We are seeking a motivated, client-focused Elder Law Attorney to join our team and contribute to our continued growth and commitment to excellence.
Duties & Responsibilities
As an Elder Law Attorney with our firm, your responsibilities may include (but are not limited to):
Jordan Balkema Elder Law Center (MyElderLawPlanning.com) helps individuals and families navigate the complexities of estate planning, Medicaid/Long Term Care planning, guardianship & conservatorship, and probate & trust administration. We pride ourselves on delivering compassionate, high-quality legal services tailored to seniors and their families.
Jordan Balkema Elder Law Center (MyElderLawPlanning.com) helps individuals and families navigate the complexities of estate planning, Medicaid/Long Term Care planning, guardianship & conservatorship, and probate & trust administration. We pride ourselves on delivering compassionate, high-quality legal services tailored to seniors and their families.
We are seeking a motivated, client-focused Elder Law Attorney to join our team and contribute to our continued growth and commitment to excellence.
Duties & Responsibilities
As an Elder Law Attorney with our firm, your responsibilities may include (but are not limited to):
- Advise clients (and family members or fiduciaries) on estate planning tools (wills, trusts, powers of attorney, advance directives)
- Design and implement Medicaid planning strategies (e.g. asset protection, eligibility planning)
- Handle guardianship, conservatorship, and related proceedings
- Manage probate and trust administration matters
- Conduct legal research, stay current on state and federal elder law, Medicaid, taxation, and related statutes/regulations
- Prepare, draft, and review legal documents, contracts, court filings, and correspondence
- Represent clients in court and/or administrative hearings (e.g. guardianship, contested matters)
- Counsel clients through difficult decisions, often in emotionally charged circumstances
- Collaborate with other attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to provide excellent client focused services
- Participate in business development: give presentations, lead seminars/webinars, produce client education content
- Maintain client relationships, manage case files timely, billable hours, and client communications
- Ensure compliance with ethical rules and legal standards
- J.D. degree from an accredited law school
- Active license to practice law in Michigan
- Minimum of 3–5 years of experience (or more) in estate planning, probate/trusts. guardianships/conservatorships (Medicaid planning is a PLUS!)
- Skilled legal drafting, writing, and analytical abilities
- Excellent interpersonal, listening, and client-communication skills
- Empathy, patience, and the ability to explain complex legal matters in understandable terms
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously
- Ability to meet deadlines, work independently, and collaborate effectively with a team
- Comfort with public speaking/education, such as seminars or webinars, client events
- Proficiency in office technology (case management software, document management systems, MS Office suite)
- Membership in NAELA or other elder law professional associations
- Experience handling contested guardianship or litigation
- Ability to travel among firm offices (Big Rapids, Cadillac, Gaylord, Traverse City)
- Comfort with remote work / virtual meetings
- Competitive base salary
- Benefits package: health, dental, vision, retirement plan / 401(k), life insurance
- Paid time off, holidays, continuing legal education (CLE) reimbursement
- Professional development support, membership dues, conference attendance
- Business support (paralegal staff, administrative support, marketing)
- Opportunity to do meaningful work helping seniors, vulnerable adults, and families
- Supportive, collaborative environment with experienced elder law practitioners
- Chance to grow your experience, build reputation, and take leadership roles
- Firm committed to client service, ethics, and professional excellence
Jordan Balkema Elder Law Center (MyElderLawPlanning.com) helps individuals and families navigate the complexities of estate planning, Medicaid/Long Term Care planning, guardianship & conservatorship, and probate & trust administration. We pride ourselves on delivering compassionate, high-quality legal services tailored to seniors and their families.
Jordan Balkema Elder Law Center (MyElderLawPlanning.com) helps individuals and families navigate the complexities of estate planning, Medicaid/Long Term Care planning, guardianship & conservatorship, and probate & trust administration. We pride ourselves on delivering compassionate, high-quality legal services tailored to seniors and their families.
