Contract Attorney
Are you an experienced attorney who loves practicing law—but no longer wants the demands of a traditional full-time role?
Whether you’re raising young children, caring for aging parents, transitioning your own practice, or simply looking for more balance in your life, this position is designed to offer meaningful legal work
*without*
sacrificing flexibility.
Our growing, client-centered estate planning and elder law firm is seeking a contract attorney to support our team on a part-time, flexible basis. This is a hybrid role with the ability to largely control your schedule and workload.
Why This Role Works
- Flexible hours
that fit your life—not the other way around
- Meaningful, relationship-driven work
helping families plan and navigate important life transitions
- No business development pressure
—we provide the clients
- Supportive, heart-centered firm culture
that values both excellence and humanity
- Opportunity to scale up or down
depending on your availability
What You’ll Do
- Draft estate plans ranging from straightforward to more complex (revocable trusts, wills, business succession planning)
- Support probate and trust administration matters from start to finish
- Advise clients on Medicaid (Medical Assistance) planning, long-term care, and asset protection strategies
- Communicate directly with clients in a compassionate, clear, and confident manner
- Maintain organized, accurate case files
What We’re Looking For
- 2+ years of experience in estate planning, probate, trust administration, elder law, or related areas
- Licensed and in good standing to practice law in Minnesota
- Strong drafting and legal writing skills
- Ability to work independently and manage your own workflow
- A client-centered mindset with the ability to handle sensitive family dynamics with empathy and professionalism
- Familiarity with Minnesota laws related to estate planning, probate, guardianship/conservatorship, and Medical Assistance
The Right Fit
This role is ideal for an attorney who:
- Wants to stay engaged in meaningful legal work without returning to a full-time firm environment
- Values flexibility, autonomy, and balance
- Enjoys working with families and guiding them through important decisions
- Is detail-oriented, reliable, and takes pride in delivering high-quality work