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Elder Law & Estate Planning Attorney
Location: York, PA / Lancaster, PA Area (Hybrid / Remote with local client interaction
Compensation: $100,000 - $130,000 / year Quarterly Bonuses
No Billable Hours
About the Opportunity:
Are you an attorney looking to escape the rigid constraints of traditional billable hours and court battles? We are seeking two (2) Elder Law and Estate Planning Attorneys to join a premier, mission-driven legal practice in the York/Lancaster, PA area.
This is a purely transactional practice: no litigation, no trials, and no billable hour requirements. Instead, you will focus on building deep, meaningful client relationships, delivering high-value legal guidance, and helping families secure their legacies.
Primary Practice Areas
- Estate Planning & Asset Protection Planning
- Elder Law & Long-Term Care Planning
- Probate & Estate Administration
- Business Succession Planning
Core Responsibilities:
- Draft, review, and execute comprehensive estate plans, trusts, wills, powers of attorney, and business succession documents.
- Conduct engaging client consultations and educational community workshops (2–3 times per week) to guide families through complex elder law and estate decisions.
- Manage client matters from initial consultation through final administration with a focus on exceptional service.
- Collaborate with internal support staff and legal teams to deliver seamless transactional solutions.
Qualifications:
- Active license to practice law in Pennsylvania
- Background in Elder Law, Estate Planning, Probate, Business Law, or translatable transactional legal experience preferred.
- Strong communication and presentation skills, with comfort leading client workshops and educational seminars.
Salary and Other Compensation:
The annual salary for this position is between $100,000 to $130,000. Factors that may affect pay within this range include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
Benefits:
- Healthcare Reimbursement Account (HRA): Monthly HR reimbursement stipend ($500/month for single coverage; $1,000/month for family coverage) through an HR marketplace.
- Retirement Planning: 401(k) with 100% employer match up to 4% (when employee contributes 5%).
- Paid Time Off: 3 weeks total PTO (2 weeks vacation, 1 week sick leave).
Salary : $100,000 - $130,000