Probate Litigation Attorney

atCAUSE Law Office; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relaxed atmosphere

Unlimited PTO after 1 year

Bar dues/CLE reimbursement

In-house training

Office meals

Job summary

atCAUSE Law Office in Florida is seeking an experienced Probate Litigation Attorney to join our Non-Stuffy team. You will represent clients in will contests, trust disputes, fiduciary breaches, and related probate matters, delivering strategic counsel and aggressive advocacy.

We value practical, collaborative lawyers who can manage a busy docket, communicate clearly with clients, and work with our estate planning and probate groups to achieve favorable outcomes.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Active Florida Bar license in good standing.
• Minimum 2 years of litigation experience.
• Probate litigation experience is required.
• Excellent drafting, analytical and client communication skills.
• High ethical standards and attention to detail.
• Collaborative, non-stuffy team player.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in probate litigation, including will contests, trust disputes, fiduciary breach claims, and guardianship proceedings.
• Conduct case evaluations, develop litigation strategies, and advise clients on risks, costs, and probable outcomes.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and other court documents.
• Prepare for and participate in mediations, hearings and potentially trial.
• Collaborate with the Estate Planning and Probate teams on integrated matters involving both planning and litigation.
• Maintain strong client relationships through clear communication and regular case updates.
• Manage a caseload efficiently while meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality work product.
• Stay current with Florida probate, trust, and guardianship law and procedural rules.
• Participate in business development and client referral activities as appropriate.
• Uphold the highest standards of legal ethics, professionalism, and confidentiality.

Skills

Drafting

Analytical

Client communication

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Please note: We are managing this search internally and are not accepting unsolicited contact from recruiters or staffing agencies.

About the Company

Here at atCAUSE Law Office we are the Non-Stuffy Attorneys. We are looking for an experienced Probate Litigation Attorney to join us and add to our Non-Stuffiness! Aligning our team to the goals of the firm so that we can share the benefits of our success with the people who helped get us there is something that we are very passionate about. A key part of that success is having an absolute killer team of Attorneys helping us to achieve our mission of "Transforming our clients' challenges into peace of mind with a warm, professional, and uplifting approach by delivering flawless legal services that inspire confidence.

About the Role

As a Probate Litigation Attorney, you will be responsible for representing clients in litigation involving will contests, trust disputes, fiduciary breaches, and related probate proceedings. The attorney provides strategic legal counsel, litigates cases, and works collaboratively with the firm’s estate planning and probate team.

Responsibilities:

• Represent clients in probate litigation, including will contests, trust disputes, fiduciary breach claims, and guardianship proceedings.
• Conduct case evaluations, develop litigation strategies, and advise clients on risks, costs, and probable outcomes.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and other court documents.
• Prepare for and participate in mediations, hearings and potentially trial.
• Collaborate with the Estate Planning and Probate teams on integrated matters involving both planning and litigation.
• Maintain strong client relationships through clear communication and regular case updates.
• Manage a caseload efficiently while meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality work product.
• Stay current with Florida probate, trust, and guardianship law and procedural rules.
• Participate in business development and client referral activities as appropriate.
• Uphold the highest standards of legal ethics, professionalism, and confidentiality.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active Florida Bar license in good standing.
• Minimum 2 year of specific experience in litigation.
• Probate experience is required.
• Excellent drafting, analytical, and client communication skills.
• High ethical standards and attention to detail.
• Collaborative team player with a professional yet approachable “non-stuffy” style.

Salary and Benefits:

• Salary is $130,000 - $150,000 per year
• Bonuses based on engaging clients for our services as well as the outcomes you deliver in litigation. Both of these can be substantial.
• Relaxed atmosphere and dress code
• Unlimited PTO after one year
• Reimbursement for bar dues and CLE training costs
• In house training programs
• Semi-Weekly paid meals for the whole office
• Free snacks and drinks for the office staff

Equal Opportunity Statement:

atCause Law is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of anyone's race, color, religion, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or disability, and actively fosters inclusion in all forms. We recognize that a multigenerational and multicultural workforce, reflective of our communities, is an integral and welcome part of a successful and ethical business.