Probate and Estate Administration Attorney

A law firm seeks an experienced Probate and Estate Administration Attorney to join their team in Sarasota, Florida. This role offers the opportunity to build a practice area from the ground up, leveraging the firm's extensive resources and case volume. The attorney will handle a substantial caseload, focusing on intestate estates and providing legal guidance to families.

• 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.

• Florida Bar membership 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.

Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Active member of the Florida Bar.

• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Ability to manage a high-volume docket.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency in probate court procedures.

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