Probate Litigation Attorney

atCAUSE Law Office; Clearwater (FL); Sur place; USD 120 000 - 190 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Fee share bonus

Relaxed atmosphere and dress code

Unlimited PTO after one year

Reimbursement for bar dues and CLE

In house training programs

Semi-Weekly paid meals for the whole  

Free snacks and drinks for the office

Résumé du poste

atCAUSE Law Office is seeking an experienced Probate Litigation Attorney in Florida to represent clients in will contests, trust disputes, and fiduciary breach matters. You will provide strategic counsel, litigate cases, and work closely with the estate planning and probate teams.

The role requires a JD, active FL Bar, and a minimum of 2 years in litigation, with probate experience preferred. A collaborative, non-stuffy culture and a strong emphasis on ethics define this firm.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active Florida Bar license in good standing.
• Minimum 2 years of litigation experience.
• Probate experience preferred.
• 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.

Responsabilités

• Represent clients in probate litigation, including will contests, trust disputes, fiduciary breach claims, and guardianship proceedings.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and other court documents.
• Conduct case evaluations, develop litigation strategies, and advise clients on risks, costs, and probable outcomes.
• 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.

Connaissances

Drafting

Analytical

Client communication

Ethical standards

Collaboration

Formation

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Active Florida Bar license in good standing

Description du poste

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 preferred.
• 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

• Fee share bonus
• 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.