Estate Planning Attorney - Comp North of $300,000

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Build a meaningful legal practice helping individuals and families protect their assets, plan for the future, and preserve their legacies
• Step into a role with a clear path from a strong base salary toward revenue sharing as you build your own book of business
• Work directly with clients and prospective clients, giving you the opportunity to make a visible impact from day one
• Join an established, growth-oriented legal team with deep experience in estate planning, elder law, probate, and related matters
• Attorneys who develop significant books of business have the opportunity to achieve total compensation north of $300,000
• Bring your experience from a law firm, solo practice, or in-house environment and grow it into a rewarding long-term practice

Location: Cedar Rapids, Iowa. This is an in-office opportunity designed for attorneys who enjoy face-to-face client interaction and will be meeting with new prospects in person daily.

Note: You must be licensed to practice law in Iowa and have solid trusts and estates or estate planning experience. Real estate and elder law experience are valuable additions but are not required.

About Us

We are an established Iowa-based legal team focused on helping individuals, families, seniors, business owners, and farm owners plan confidently for the future. Our practice centers on estate planning, elder law, probate, trust administration, Medicaid planning, and related matters, with an emphasis on compassionate service, practical guidance, and meaningful client relationships. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Meet with prospective and existing clients to understand their goals, concerns, assets, and family circumstances
• Develop and implement thoughtful estate planning strategies tailored to each client's needs
• Prepare and review wills, trusts, powers of attorney, living wills, and other estate planning documents
• Advise clients on probate, trust administration, asset protection, incapacity planning, and related estate matters
• Build trusted, long-term relationships with clients and become a valued advisor to the families you serve
• Help educate prospective clients and guide them confidently through the estate planning process
• Collaborate with attorneys and staff to deliver an organized, high-quality client experience
• Develop your own client base and grow your practice through strong relationships, referrals, and business development

Qualifications

• Active Iowa law license
• 2 years of directly relevant trusts and estates or estate planning experience
• Experience with wills, trusts, probate, trust administration, estate planning, or closely related matters
• Strong client communication, counseling, and relationship-building skills
• Comfortable meeting prospective clients in person and taking ownership of client matters
• Real estate and/or elder law experience is preferred but not required

Why You Will Love Working Here

You will have the opportunity to build a practice around work that genuinely matters. Our team values compassionate client service, professional growth, ownership, and long-term relationships. As your experience and book of business grow, so does your opportunity to participate meaningfully in the success you create.

JPC-1897

Pay: $110,000.00 - $175,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Briefly explain which role on your resume best aligns with this position and why. If you have any resume gaps, please briefly explain.
• This role is on site at the Cedar Rapids, IA, location. Confirm you are okay with this: Y/N
• In what city/state do you currently reside?
• What base salary range would you need to make a move? Pls keep it aligned with your directly relevant experience, as candidates seeking compensation above their experience level may not be considered.

Experience:

• trust & estates/estate planning: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• IA bar license (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $110,000 - $175,000