What are the responsibilities and job description for the Estate Planning & Elder Law Lead Attorney position at Rutkowski Law Firm?
Client-Focused Attorney Role
Rutkowski Law Firm is seeking a Lead Estate Planning & Elder Law Attorney to join our dynamic, client-first team. This is a client-facing leadership role ideal for an experienced attorney who thrives on solving complex problems with empathy and creativity.
You'll step into a well-established firm with proven systems, full support staff, and a founder who is transitioning out of daily practice but available to mentor and guide. This role offers the unique opportunity to take ownership of a practice area, work directly with families across Michigan, and help lead the next chapter of our firm’s growth.
Compensation: $120,000 - $180,000 yearly
Qualifications
Rutkowski Law Firm is seeking a Lead Estate Planning & Elder Law Attorney to join our dynamic, client-first team. This is a client-facing leadership role ideal for an experienced attorney who thrives on solving complex problems with empathy and creativity.
You'll step into a well-established firm with proven systems, full support staff, and a founder who is transitioning out of daily practice but available to mentor and guide. This role offers the unique opportunity to take ownership of a practice area, work directly with families across Michigan, and help lead the next chapter of our firm’s growth.
Compensation: $120,000 - $180,000 yearly
Qualifications
- Required:
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
- Licensed to practice law in Michigan and in good standing with the State Bar
- 3 years of experience in estate planning, elder law, or related legal practice
- Proven ability to confidently lead client meetings and explain complex legal concepts with clarity and compassion
- Strong working knowledge of estate planning tools (revocable/irrevocable trusts, wills, powers of attorney, etc)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- A solutions-focused mindset with a high level of emotional intelligence
- Ability to work in person in Troy, Rochester, and Bloomfield Hills offices, as needed for client meetings
- Commitment to upholding our core values, including empathy, teamwork, growth, and a “don’t act like an attorney” approach to client care
- Preferred:
- Experience with Medicaid planning and public benefits eligibility in Michigan
- Familiarity with Lawmatics, WealthCounsel, or other legal tech platforms
- Prior experience leading a legal team or mentoring junior staff
- Experience working in a systems-driven law firm or using process-based legal workflows
- Interest in firm leadership or practice ownership over time
- Lead client consultations to design and present estate plans and Medicaid strategies that align with clients’ personal and financial goals
- Provide legal counsel on estate planning, asset protection, long-term care planning, and eligibility for Medicaid and other government benefits
- Oversee plan implementation, collaborating with paralegals and funding coordinators to ensure all legal and administrative steps are completed
- Build strong client relationships by delivering empathetic, solutions-focused service from consultation to completion
- Contribute to internal process improvement — bringing ideas and feedback to enhance client experience, legal systems, and team workflows
- Stay current on Michigan law and emerging strategies in estate planning, elder law, and public benefits
- Mentor and support team members, including legal assistants and junior staff, as needed
- Participate in firm-wide meetings, training, and leadership discussions to help drive innovation and growth
Salary : $120,000 - $180,000