Lead Estate Planning & Elder Law Attorney
Company: The Rutkowski Law Firm
Location: Rochester
Posted on: February 15, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description 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:
$100,000 - $170,000 yearly Responsibilities: 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 Draft and review legal documents, including
wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and Medicaid-related planning
instruments 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 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 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 About
Company A fast-growing, client-focused estate planning and elder
law firm serving families across Michigan. What truly sets us apart
is how we treat people . We believe in giving families peace of
mind by making complex legal planning clear, personal, and
actionable. Our approach combines top-tier legal expertise with a
Disney-level client experience — warm, approachable, and always
centered around what’s best for the client. We run on the
Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) and are guided by a strong
set of core values, including: Teamwork Makes the Dream Work
Dynamic Chameleon with a Growth Mindset Owner Mentality Family
Focused Disney Experience Don’t Act Like an Attorney We are
collaborative, values-driven, and growth-minded. If you’re an
attorney who wants to make a meaningful impact, build real client
relationships, and be part of a supportive team that challenges the
status quo of legal service, you’ll thrive here.
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