Associate Attorney

ZOECKLEIN LAW PA; Brandon (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health premium reimbursement up to $ 0

Short Term Disability

Tele Doc access

PTO and Paid Holidays

Florida Bar dues reimbursement

CLE access

Team events

Job summary

Zoecklein Law P.A. in Central Florida seeks an Associate Attorney with strong Guardianship and probate litigation experience. You will manage cases from intake to resolution, including motion practice, hearings, depositions, mediations, and trials.

Competitive salary and robust benefits support client advocacy and professional growth. You will work closely with senior attorneys, maintain client relationships, and contribute to a collaborative team culture in a thriving practice focused on wills,

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school
• Active Florida Bar in good standing
• 3+ years of litigation experience
• 2+ years of Guardianship experience
• Strong legal research, writing, and advocacy skills
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities
• Ability to manage a caseload independently while collaborating with the team

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in probate, trust, and estate litigation matters.
• Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and memoranda.
• Appear in court for hearings, mediations, and trials as needed.
• Advise clients on legal rights and strategies while maintaining strong client relationships.
• Manage case files and deadlines with accuracy and efficiency.
• Work collaboratively with paralegals, support staff, and fellow attorneys to ensure client needs are met.
• Manage the quality and output of paralegals assigned to your team.
• Participate in firm-building initiatives, trainings, and team meetings.

Skills

Litigation experience

Guardianship experience

Legal research

Legal writing

Advocacy skills

Time management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Paid time off
• Training & development

Come work at the best firm in Central Florida! We are seeking a skilled and experienced Associate Attorney to join our expanding team. The ideal candidate will live and work in beautiful Central Florida and will have strong Guardianship and litigation experience and a passion for client advocacy, particularly in probate and trust disputes. You will work closely with our senior attorneys to manage cases from intake through resolution, including motion practice, hearings, depositions, mediations, and trials. Our salary range is $90,000 - $140,000 per year.

We offer great benefits:

• Monthly reimbursement program for Health/Dental/Vision premium up to $500/month
• Employer-covered Short Term Disability Plan
• Employer-covered Tele Doc access for everyone in your family or household
• 401(k) with 3.5% matching contribution
• Annual compensation reviews and performance evaluation
• PTO and Paid Holidays
• Reimbursement of your annual Florida Bar dues, and we provide free access to CLE's.

We offer a great culture:

• Firm culture that supports mentoring and professional growth
• Growth and advancement opportunities
• Team environment
• Fishing trips and regular fun team events
• Community involvement, i.e., Feeding Tampa Bay and commitment to annual volunteering.

For more information on our firm, visit our website at https://www.zoeckleinlawpa.com/

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in probate, trust, and estate litigation matters.
• Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and memoranda.
• Appear in court for hearings, mediations, and trials as needed.
• Advise clients on legal rights and strategies while maintaining strong client relationships.
• Manage case files and deadlines with accuracy and efficiency.
• Work collaboratively with paralegals, support staff, and fellow attorneys to ensure client needs are met.
• Manage the quality and output of paralegals assigned to your team.
• Participate in firm-building initiatives, trainings, and team meetings.

Job Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active member of the Florida Bar in good standing.
• 3+ years of litigation experience required.
• 2+ years of Guardianship experience required.
• Strong legal research, writing, and advocacy skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Commitment to professionalism, integrity, and client service.
• Ability to manage a caseload independently while collaborating with the team.

Zoecklein Law P.A. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status under applicable law. Zoecklein Law P.A. participates in E-Verify. All newly hired employees will be required to complete the Form I-9 and verification process upon hire.

Compensation: $90,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year

About Zoecklein Law

At Zoecklein Law P.A., our mission is clear: to provide exceptional legal services with integrity and empathy. We prioritize our clients and focus on trust and respect in every interaction. We stay at the forefront of our field to offer relevant legal counsel. Our firm is designed with the singular purpose of helping Floridians deal with the challenges of Wills, Trusts and Estates and Real Estate.