Probate and Estate Administration Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Key West (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Key West, FL seeks an experienced Probate and Estate Administration Attorney to lead a new practice area and deliver expert guidance to families navigating Florida probate.

You will open and administer estates, file petitions and inventories, and collaborate with internal teams to shape strategy while managing a high-volume docket and handling contested matters.

Qualifications

• Active Florida Bar membership is required.
• Experience in probate and estate administration.
• Strong knowledge of Florida Probate Code and procedures.
• Process-oriented and highly organized with ability to manage a high-volume docket.

Responsibilities

• Open and administer intestate estates in Florida probate court.
• Prepare and file petitions and inventories.
• Serve as primary contact for families, providing guidance.
• Coordinate with internal teams on strategy and filings.
• Manage a high-volume caseload with precision.
• Handle both contested and uncontested probate matters.
• Help establish scalable probate processes as the practice grows.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical ability

Team collaboration

Empathy

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Probate and Estate Administration Attorney to join their team in Key West, Florida. This role offers the opportunity to build a practice area from the ground up, leveraging the firm's extensive resources and case volume.

Duties

• Open and administer intestate estates in Florida probate court.
• Prepare and file necessary probate documents, including petitions and inventories.
• Serve as the primary legal contact for families, providing guidance and support.
• Coordinate with internal teams to focus on legal strategy and filings.
• Manage a high-volume caseload with precision and attention to detail.
• Handle both uncontested and contested probate matters.
• Help establish scalable probate processes as the practice grows.

Requirements

• Membership in the Florida Bar with substantial probate and estate administration experience.
• Strong knowledge of Florida Probate Code and related legal procedures.
• Process-oriented and highly organized with the ability to manage a high-volume docket.
• Entrepreneurial mindset to help shape a new practice area.
• Strong communication skills with families and internal stakeholders.
• Experience in contested probate matters is preferred.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

Active membership in the Florida Bar.

Skills

• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Compassionate and empathetic approach to client interactions.

Benefits

• Medical and dental insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.