Probate, Estate Planning & Guardianship Attorney (Signing Bonus + Hybrid)

First-Year Target Total Compensation: $85,000–$125,000, including base compensation, performance-based bonuses, and signing bonus.

Location: Coral Gables, FL | Hybrid – Minimal In-Office Requirements

Advance Your Legal Career With a Firm That Invests in You

At The Florida Probate & Family Law Firm, we believe exceptional attorneys deserve competitive compensation, professional growth opportunities, and the flexibility to maintain a healthy work-life balance.

We're growing and seeking an experienced Probate, Estate Planning & Guardianship Attorney who is passionate about helping individuals and families navigate important legal matters with confidence and compassion.

You'll join a collaborative team of experienced attorneys, paralegals, and legal professionals dedicated to delivering exceptional client service. Whether guiding families through estate administration, developing comprehensive estate plans, or representing clients in contested proceedings, your work will make a meaningful difference.

Why Join Our Team?

We invest in our attorneys' success, professional development, and well-being.

Compensation & Financial Benefits

• First-year target total compensation of $85,000–$125,000, including applicable incentives

• Signing bonus for qualified candidates

• Generous quarterly performance-based bonuses

• End-of-year bonus opportunities

• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching

Flexibility & Work-Life Balance

• Hybrid schedule with minimal in-office requirements

• 10–15 paid holidays annually

• 10+ days of paid vacation/PTO

• Paid parental leave benefits

Health, Wellness & Professional Growth

• Comprehensive health insurance

• Gap insurance and life insurance

• Short-term and long-term disability coverage

• Education reimbursement and professional development opportunities

• International firm retreats

• Quarterly team-building events

• Collaborative environment with experienced attorneys and dedicated support staff

• Manage all aspects of probate proceedings, including filing petitions, preparing court documents, and overseeing estate administration.
• Advise clients on estate planning strategies, including wills, trusts, and power of attorney arrangements.
• Conduct thorough legal research using tools such as LexisNexis and Westlaw to support case strategies and ensure compliance with current laws.
• Draft clear, precise legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and settlement agreements.
• Negotiate settlements and resolve disputes related to estate matters, family law issues, or creditor claims.
• Represent clients in court proceedings, mediations, and hearings with professionalism and advocacy.
• Collaborate with colleagues across practice areas such as environmental law, tribal law & regulations, securities law, personal injury law, workers' compensation law, immigration law, landlord-tenant law, patent law, and litigation to provide comprehensive legal solutions.

Experience

• 3-5 years of proven experience practicing probate law with a strong foundation in estate planning and estate administration.
• Demonstrated ability to handle complex litigation cases involving probate disputes or contested estates.
• Familiarity with legal research platforms such as Westlaw or LexisNexis for case analysis and legal writing.
• Excellent legal drafting skills with attention to detail in preparing court documents and client correspondence.
• Strong negotiation skills to facilitate settlements or resolve conflicts efficiently.
• Prior experience working in a law office environment with exposure to diverse practice areas, including family law, securities law, or tribal regulations, is preferred.
• Knowledge of legal administrative processes related to case management and client communication. Join us to make a meaningful difference by guiding clients through some of life's most challenging moments with professionalism and compassion!

We are a Miami-based litigation and transactional law firm specializing in probate and family law. Our team helps clients take care of what matters to them most—their family. We are a highly skilled, dedicated team of professionals who take pride in fully understanding clients’ needs and goals. We are known for strategic advocacy, a client-centered approach, and a collaborative work culture that values operational excellence and professional growth.

We offer a generous benefits package that includes health insurance, gap insurance, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, a 401(k) with matching, 10–15 paid holidays per year, 10+ PTO/vacation days, parental leave, an international firm retreat, quarterly team-building days, an end-of-year bonus, education reimbursement, and more.