Probate and Estate Administration Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Winter Haven (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 is seeking an experienced Probate and Estate Administration Attorney to join our client’s Winter Haven, Florida team. This role offers a rare opportunity to build a probate practice area from the ground up, leveraging the firm’s resources and caseload.

The ideal candidate is a Florida Bar member with substantial probate experience, deep knowledge of the Florida Probate Code, and a proven ability to manage a high-volume docket while guiding families through complex matters.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school with active Florida Bar.
• Proven probate experience in Florida.
• Strong writing and research skills.
• Experience with contested probate matters.

Responsibilities

• Open and administer intestate estates in Florida probate court.
• Prepare and file probate documents.
• Serve as primary legal contact for families.
• Coordinate with internal teams for administrative support.
• Manage a high-volume docket with precision.
• Handle both uncontested and contested probate matters.
• Help establish scalable probate processes.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Docket management

Communication with families

Entrepreneurial mindset

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Probate and Estate Administration Attorney to join their team in Winter Haven, 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.
• Serve as the primary legal contact for families.
• Coordinate with internal teams for administrative support.
• Manage a high-volume caseload with precision.
• Handle both uncontested and contested probate matters.
• Help establish scalable probate processes.

Requirements

• Florida Bar member with substantial probate experience.
• Deep knowledge of Florida Probate Code.
• Process-oriented and highly organized.
• Entrepreneurial mindset to shape a new practice area.
• Strong communication skills with families and stakeholders.
• Experience in contested probate matters.

Education

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

Certifications

• Active membership in the Florida Bar.

Skills

• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Ability to manage a high-volume docket.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Benefits

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