Probate and Estate Administration Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Saint Augustine (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks an experienced Probate and Estate Administration Attorney to join the Saint Augustine, FL team and build a practice area focused on intestate estate administration for families of deceased clients. The role offers growth alongside a supportive legal team and opportunities to shape procedures.

The ideal candidate will have Florida Bar membership with probate experience, strong Florida Probate Code knowledge, and an entrepreneurial mindset to establish scalable processes

Qualifications

• Florida Bar membership with probate and estate administration experience.
• Strong knowledge of Florida Probate Code and 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.

Responsibilities

• 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 throughout the process.
• 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.

Skills

Excellent legal research and writing

Analytical problem-solving

Team collaboration

Empathetic client interaction

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Florida Bar membership

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Probate and Estate Administration Attorney to join their team in Saint Augustine, FL. This role offers the opportunity to build a practice area from the ground up, focusing on intestate estate administration for families of deceased clients. The position is ideal for a driven individual looking to grow alongside a supportive legal team.

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 throughout the process.
• 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

• Florida Bar membership 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.