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Elder Law Attorney – Hauppauge, NY

An established New York law firm is seeking an experienced Elder Law Attorney to join its growing practice in Hauppauge. This senior-level opportunity is focused on Elder Law, Medicaid planning, asset protection, long-term care planning, crisis Medicaid matters, and estate planning.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise clients regarding Medicaid eligibility and planning.
• Develop asset protection strategies.
• Develop pre-planning and crisis planning solutions.
• Oversee Medicaid applications and appeals.
• Counsel clients regarding long-term care, nursing home placement, and community Medicaid programs.
• Handle estate planning matters.
• Work closely with families navigating healthcare and financial challenges.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients and referral sources.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience.
• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Admission to and good standing with the New York State Bar.
• Experience with Elder Law, Medicaid Planning, Estate Planning, Trusts, or Estates.
• Strong knowledge of Medicaid eligibility rules and crisis planning strategies.
• Strong communication, client service, and organizational skills.

Work Arrangement

• This position is onsite only at the Hauppauge, NY office.

Compensation

• $150,000–$200,000 salary range.
• Discretionary year-end bonus paid in December.

Benefits

• United Oxford medical coverage through UnitedHealthcare, with the firm paying 80% of the individual medical premium.
• Discount applicable to additional medical coverage tiers.
• Guardian dental.
• Guardian long-term disability.
• Flexible spending account.
• 401(k) through ADP with no company match.
• Aflac.
• MassMutual life insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Approximately 10 paid holidays.
• Medical benefits begin the first of the month following 60 days of employment.

Interview Process

• The process consists of one in-person interview, with a decision made after the first interview.
• Candidates from all accredited law schools are welcome to apply. Writing samples and references are not required with the submission.