Associate Estate Planning Attorney

Job Title: Associate Estate Planning Attorney

Location: Gaithersburg, MD

Employment Type: Full-Time (On-site)

Compensation: $90,000.00 - $100,000.00

About the Firm

Stouffer Legal was founded in 2013 to provide comprehensive estate planning and estate administration services. We are based in Towson, Maryland with additional offices in Annapolis and Gaithersburg, and serve clients throughout Maryland, Washington DC, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. Our firm has built a culture around professionalism, collaboration, and long-term client relationships.

About the Role

We are seeking a full-time Associate Attorney to join our Estate Planning team in Gaithersburg. This role focuses on meeting with clients to assess their needs, recommend tailored estate planning solutions, and guide them through the planning process. You'll work closely with paralegals and support staff to ensure an exceptional client experience.

Key Responsibilities

- Meet with prospective clients to recommend appropriate estate planning solutions (e.g., Asset Protection Trusts, Revocable Living Trusts, Wills, Powers of Attorney) - Guide clients through the full planning process, including document review and execution - Collaborate with paralegals to ensure timely and accurate document drafting - Maintain accurate records and client communications using our internal systems - Participate in weekly team meetings and training sessions - Occasionally assist in team-building and professional development events

Schedule & Work Environment

- Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM (occasional early or extended hours as needed) - This is an in-office role at our Gaithersburg locations - Work involves up to six 90-minute client meetings per day

Ideal Candidate Profile

- A strong communicator who listens actively and explains complex concepts clearly - Comfortable presenting estate plans and handling client questions or objections - Able to follow structured consultation frameworks and maintain high closing rates - Organized and tech-savvy, with familiarity in Microsoft Office, Office 365, and Adobe Acrobat - Professional, client-focused, and growth-oriented

Requirements

- Law degree and license to practice in Maryland - Ability to engage new clients in initial consultations - Excellent communication skills, written and verbal - Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, OneNote, Teams, etc.) - Willingness to undergo a background check, assessment, and drug screening

Benefits

- Paid twice monthly (7th and 21st) - Benefits start on your first day - Health Insurance (CareFirst) with 50% company contribution - Dental and Vision Insurance offered - Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance (100% employer-paid) - Basic Life Insurance (100% employer-paid) - 401(k) with up to 4% matching, no vesting period - 15 days of PTO annually (increases with tenure) - 3 weeks paid parental leave - 7 paid holidays - Employee discount - Paid training and onboarding

What You Can Expect in the Hiring Process

- Submit application - Phone interview (10–15 minutes) - Virtual interview via Microsoft Teams (1 hour) - Candidate assessment (sent via email) - In-person interview (1 hours) - Reference checks, background check, and drug screening - Job offer and onboarding

Application Instructions:

• We encourage everyone to include a cover letter, your resume, and a statement of interest with your application.
• Join our team and become an integral part of an esteemed estate planning law firm that values its clients and employees alike. If you are dedicated to providing outstanding hospitality and possess the skills required for this role, we encourage you to apply!
• We look forward to reviewing your application and welcoming the newest member to our team!

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of our Firm.