Lead Estate Planning Elder Law Attorney

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.

• 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

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
  , Wealth Counsel
  , 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

$100,000 – $170,000 yearly