Associate Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Associate Estate Planning Attorney

Location: Naples, FL

Employment Type: Full-Time (On-site)

Compensation: $90,000.00 - $120,000.00

About the Firm

Stouffer Legal was founded in 2013 to provide comprehensive estate planning and estate administration services. Headquartered in Towson, Maryland, with offices in Annapolis, Gaithersburg, and Naples, our firm supports clients across Maryland, Washington, DC, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Florida. 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 Naples. 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 Naples location
- 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 Florida
- 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 and assessment

Benefits

-Compensation $90,000.00 - $120,000.00 +iod
- 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)
- Candidate assessment (sent via email)

- Virtual interview via Microsoft Teams (30 minutes)
- In-person interview (1 hours)
- Reference & background check
- 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.

\nCompany Description

Join our dynamic team and become a part of an organization that values its clients and employees alike. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth within the firm.

Company Description

Join our dynamic team and become a part of an organization that values its clients and employees alike. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth within the firm.