Current Openings

McLane Middleton has an immediate opening for an associate in our Massachusetts office.  This candidate should have a strong academic record and excellent written and oral communications skills with 4-5 years of experience with a focus on estate planning, tax planning, and trusts and estates administration.  McLane Middleton presents an opportunity for professional development and personal satisfaction in a fast-paced and stimulating work environment. Competitive compensation and benefits package offered.

Qualified candidates should direct cover letter, resume, transcript and writing sample to:

Jessica Boisvert
Attorney Hiring Coordinator
McLane Middleton
Email:  [email protected]

All submissions will be kept confidential.

McLane Middleton is seeking a commercial real estate attorney with 10+ years of experience for the Woburn, MA office. Focus is on commercial financing and purchases; experience in land use and title matters will be helpful. The successful candidate must possess superior academic credentials, communication and writing skills. McLane Middleton presents an opportunity for professional development and personal satisfaction in a fast paced and stimulating work environment. Competitive compensation and benefits package offered.

Qualified candidates should send a cover letter, resume, transcript, writing sample and references to:

Jessica Boisvert
Attorney Hiring Coordinator
McLane Middleton
Email:  [email protected]

All submissions will be kept confidential.

McLane Middleton has an immediate opening for an associate based in our Manchester, New Hampshire office.  This candidate should have a strong academic record and excellent written and oral communications skills with 4-5 years of experience with a focus on estate planning, tax planning, and trusts and estates administration.  McLane Middleton presents an opportunity for professional development and personal satisfaction in a fast-paced and stimulating work environment. Competitive compensation and benefits package offered.

Qualified candidates should direct cover letter, resume, transcript and writing sample to:

Jessica Boisvert
Attorney Hiring Coordinator
McLane Middleton
Email:  [email protected]

All submissions will be kept confidential.

McLane Middleton is seeking an experienced patent attorney (5+ years) for our Manchester, NH office either as an employee or on a contractual basis.  Ideally, this individual will have an existing client base, with a focus on patent drafting and U.S./foreign prosecution experience.  Prefer technical expertise in the areas of biotechnology, chemistry, materials science software and/or electrical.  McLane Middleton presents an opportunity for professional development and personal satisfaction in a fast paced and stimulating work environment.  Competitive compensation and benefits package offered.

Qualified candidates should send a cover letter, resume and writing sample to:

Jessica Boisvert
Hiring Coordinator
McLane Middleton

Email:  [email protected]

All submissions will be kept confidential.

McLane Middleton, Professional Association is seeking a corporate attorney with at least 4 - 5 years of relevant experience for our Manchester, NH office.  The successful candidate must have transactional experience and superior academic credentials, communication and writing skills.  McLane Middleton presents an opportunity for professional development and personal satisfaction in a fast-paced and stimulating work environmental.  Competitive compensation and benefits package offered.

Qualified candidates should send a cover letter, resume, transcript, writing sample and references to:

Jessica Boisvert
Hiring Coordinator
McLane Middleton
Email  [email protected]

All submissions will be kept confidential.

McLane Middleton, Professional Association is seeking a corporate attorney with at least 4 - 5 years of relevant experience to join our Woburn, MA team.  This successful candidate must have transactional experience and superior academic credentials, communication and writing skills.  McLane Middleton presents an opportunity for professional development and personal satisfaction in a fast-paced and stimulating work environment.  Competitive compensation and benefits package offered.

Qualified candidates should send a cover letter, resume, transcript, writing sample and references to:

Jessica Boisvert
Hiring Coordinator
McLane Middleton
Email  [email protected]

All submissions will be kept confidential.

McLane Middleton is seeking a commercial real estate attorney with 10+ years of experience for the Manchester, NH office. Admission in Massachusetts is a plus. Focus is on commercial financing and purchases; experience in land use and title matters will be helpful. The successful candidate must possess superior academic credentials, communication and writing skills. McLane Middleton presents an opportunity for professional development and personal satisfaction in a fast paced and stimulating work environment. Competitive compensation and benefits package offered.

Qualified candidates should send a cover letter, resume, transcript, writing sample and references to:

Jessica Boisvert
Attorney Hiring Coordinator
McLane Middleton
Email:  [email protected]

All submissions will be kept confidential.

McLane Middleton is seeking an experienced patent attorney (8+ years). This individual should have a developed practice, with a focus on patent drafting and U.S./foreign prosecution experience. Prefer technical expertise in the areas of biotechnology, chemistry, materials science software and/or electrical. The position is at our fast growing Rte. 128/Woburn, Massachusetts office. McLane Middleton presents an opportunity for professional development and personal satisfaction in a fast paced and stimulating work environment. Competitive compensation and benefits package offered.

Qualified candidates should send a cover letter, resume and writing sample to:

Jessica Boisvert
Attorney Hiring Coordinator
McLane Middleton
Email: [email protected]

All submissions kept confidential.

McLane Middleton is currently seeking a talented Estate Planning Document Drafting Paralegal to join the firm’s Manchester, NH office.

The position requires an understanding of estate planning concepts and experience drafting estate planning documents, including health care documents, powers of attorney, Wills, Trusts, and related documents.  Knowledge of trust and estate administration is a plus.

• Associates Degree with Paralegal Emphasis or Bachelor’s Degree from an ABA approved Paralegal Program preferred
• Prior Trusts and Estates experience in law firm environment preferred
• NALA or NFPA Certification is a plus
• Excellent writing and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong project management skills with attention to detail and deadlines
• Strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize project requirements
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment with a client service focus
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel. 

Direct resume with cover letter to:

Ryan King
Director of Human Resources
Email:  [email protected]

McLane Middleton has an excellent opportunity for an experienced Trust and Estate Administration Paralegal.  We are seeking an individual with a broad base of  experience including probate and trust administration, working knowledge of the Probate Court rules and procedures and probate accountings, Federal gift and estate tax returns, and familiarity with trust accounting computer programs.  Ideal candidate will be a self-starter, able to work independently and have previous paralegal experience in the administration of trusts and estates, including the preparation of U.S. Estate Tax Returns (Form 706).   Candidates must have at least an associate’s degree with paralegal studies emphasis; bachelor’s degree from ABA approved paralegal program preferred.  Certification from NALA or NFPA is a plus.   

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) oversees and manages the finances, administrative operations and strategic business pursuits at McLane Middleton in collaboration with the firm’s Managing Director and Management Committee. The CEO reports to the Board of Directors and its Managing Director, and works closely with the firm’s Management Committee (the executive committee of the firm’s Board of Directors). The CEO, in conjunction with the Managing Director, is responsible for the implementation of the firm’s Strategic Plan, including execution of the firm’s overall vision, direction, strategy, leadership, and management functions. The CEO has direct oversight and responsibility for the firm’s Accounting, Information Technology, Human Resources, Facilities, Marketing, Records Management and Library Services. The CEO is responsible for providing direction to and empowering the managers of each of these Departments to ensure that they perform their necessary functions and fulfill the needs of the firm.

Requirements

The CEO must be a proven leader with strategic vision, expertise in financial management, excellent communication skills, and the highest standards of ethics and professionalism.  Candidates should have a track record of successfully leading or managing the operations of a mid-sized or large organization in the private or public sector. The position requires the ability to manage a large number of administrative departments and talented management professionals, oversee diverse and challenging projects, and support the firm’s professional committees. Active engagement in the region’s business and civic communities is essential to this role.

Please forward resumes to:

Barry Needleman
Managing Director
Email: [email protected]

Excellent opportunity in our Manchester, NH office for a Legal Administrative Assistant in the firm's Corporate department. Ideal candidate will have previous legal secretarial experience and experience in Corporate Law.

Excellent technical skills a must, proficiency with Microsoft Office necessary. Must have strong organizational skills, proofreading skills, attention to detail, ability to communicate with clients in a professional manner, ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters and the ability to work independently, as well as part of a team.

Direct resume with cover letter to:

Ryan King, Director of Human Resources
Email: [email protected]

The Trust & Estates Practice Analyst serves the firm’s Trust and Estates Department with a wide variety of data management operations and projects in support of the Department’s estate planning and administration practices.  Operations include reviewing and processing complex estate planning and trust instruments prior to vaulting, entering and maintaining data in the Department’s primary practice tracking system, attending to long-term projects in support of the modernization of practices and other special projects.  Must have a strong attention to detail, ability to follow detailed procedures, possess a solid work ethic, work well in a fast paced environment, along with supporting the Department’s exceptional level of client service and responsiveness.  This position is ideal for someone who is highly interested in a career in Trust and Estates, with potential growth into a paralegal or legal administrative assistant role. 

Direct resume with cover letter to:

Ryan King, Director of Human Resources
Email:  [email protected]

McLane Middleton is seeking a full time experienced Trusts and Estates Legal  Administrative Assistant for our Manchester, NH office. This position will be supporting our Trusts and Estates practice area and requires excellent technical skills, strong organization and communication abilities, ability to think outside of the box and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team. Position will also involve other administrative tasks.  Prior Paralegal and/or Legal Secretarial and Trusts and Estates experience is a must.   

Direct resume with cover letter to:
Ryan King, Director of Human Resources
Email: [email protected]

McLane Middleton is seeking a Client Intake Coordinator for its Manchester, NH office. The Client Intake Coordinator position is a key role that requires an exceptionally detail-oriented professional who enjoys the challenge of working with a busy accounting team.

Daily Tasks:

• Perform conflict checks
• Obtain conflict sign-offs and waiver letters, and other required approvals per policy guidelines
• Create new clients and matters in Aderant system       
• Matter Maintenance and scanning (reopen matters, address changes, matter title changes, rate changes, etc.) 
• Engagement Letter management
• Maintain conflict database and rebuild conflict indexer

Other Tasks:

• Train new legal assistants on new matter (Hotdocs) and conflict search procedures
• Provide coverage for Accounts Payable (invoice entry, check writing, scanning)
• Assists with other accounting projects as time allows

Qualifications and Skills

Education
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or in a relevant discipline preferred or in combination with relevant experience.

Skills
Must be PC proficient
Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy
Capable of handling confidential information
Ability to complete tasks and projects in a timely manner
Strong verbal and written communication skills as well as strong interpersonal skills
Ability to multi-task, work under pressure, and thrive in a fast-paced setting

Direct resume with cover letter to:

Ryan King, Director of Human Resources
Email: [email protected]