Estate Planning Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Firm resources

No billable hours

Growth opportunities

Client flow access

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking an experienced Estate Planning Attorney in Fort Lauderdale, FL. The role focuses on drafting wills, trusts, and powers of attorney, with a emphasis on quality client service and no billable-hour requirements.

You will guide clients through estate planning, manage matters from engagement to completion, and collaborate with a legal team. The ideal candidate has 1–2 years of estate planning and probate experience, a J.D., and active ABA membership.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of estate planning and probate law experience.
• J.D. degree required.
• Active member of the American Bar Association (ABA).

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and finalize estate planning documents including wills and trusts.
• Conduct client consultations and guide them through the estate planning process.
• Advise clients on plans for incapacity and asset distribution.
• Manage estate planning matters from initial engagement through completion.
• Maintain accurate and organized client files.
• Communicate proactively with clients regarding their matters.
• Collaborate with team members to deliver high-level legal services.
• Stay current on estate planning laws and best practices.
• Conduct workshops and seminars to educate the community.
• Assist with training or mentoring team members as needed.

Skills

Estate planning

Communication skills

Probate law experience

Team collaboration

Education

J.D. degree

Bachelor's degree with a legal background

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Estate Planning Attorney in Fort Lauderdale, FL. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical, negotiation, and organizational skills, and will be responsible for preparing estate planning documents such as wills, trusts, and powers of attorney. This full-time role emphasizes quality client service without the pressure of billable hours.

Duties

• Draft, review, and finalize estate planning documents including wills and trusts.
• Conduct client consultations and guide them through the estate planning process.
• Advise clients on plans for incapacity and asset distribution.
• Manage estate planning matters from initial engagement through completion.
• Maintain accurate and organized client files.
• Communicate proactively with clients regarding their matters.
• Collaborate with team members to deliver high-level legal services.
• Stay current on estate planning laws and best practices.
• Conduct workshops and seminars to educate the community.
• Assist with training or mentoring team members as needed.

Requirements

• Excellent communication skills, especially in stressful situations.
• Experience in estate planning and probate law for at least 1-2 years.
• EducationBachelor's degree with a legal background.
• J.D. degree required.
• CertificationsActive member of the American Bar Association (ABA).

Skills

• Knowledge of real estate-related topics such as title insurance and property management.

Benefits

• Opportunity to build a serious estate planning practice.
• Access to firm resources and client flow.
• No billable-hour requirement.
• Potential for professional growth and expansion into related practice areas.