We are looking for an experienced Probate Attorney with a strong background in probate and guardianship litigation, as well as estate planning and administration. In this role, you will handle contested legal matters, including will and trust disputes, fiduciary concerns, and guardianship cases, while also managing estate planning and administration tasks. This Contract position is based in Coconut Grove, Florida, and offers an excellent opportunity to showcase your legal expertise and advocacy skills. Responsibilities: • Represent clients in probate and guardianship disputes, including will/trust contests, fiduciary duty claims, and incapacity hearings. • Draft and argue motions, prepare for bench trials, and conduct depositions, mediations, and evidentiary hearings. • Oversee discovery processes, including expert retention, exhibit preparation, and witness coordination. • Negotiate settlements and consent agreements to resolve contested matters effectively. • Manage estate administration tasks such as formal and summary administrations, creditor claims, and homestead determinations. • Provide trust administration guidance, including drafting notices, preparing accountings, and facilitating distributions. • Develop comprehensive estate plans, including revocable trusts, wills, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives. • Collaborate with financial advisors and CPAs on tax matters and trust funding strategies. • Ensure compliance with Florida Probate Rules, Rules of Civil Procedure, and local administrative orders.

• Active membership in the Florida Bar and in good standing. • Minimum of 3 years of experience in probate, guardianship, and trust litigation. • Proficiency in Florida Probate Rules, Rules of Civil Procedure, and Rules of Evidence. • Strong drafting, oral advocacy, and negotiation skills. • Exceptional organizational abilities and client communication skills. • Ability to remain calm and solution-oriented under pressure. • Experience in conducting bench trials and evidentiary hearings is preferred. • Spanish language skills are a plus.

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Coconut Grove, FL
remote
Contract / Temporary to Hire
42.75 - 50.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Probate Attorney with a strong background in probate and guardianship litigation, as well as estate planning and administration. In this role, you will handle contested legal matters, including will and trust disputes, fiduciary concerns, and guardianship cases, while also managing estate planning and administration tasks. This Contract position is based in Coconut Grove, Florida, and offers an excellent opportunity to showcase your legal expertise and advocacy skills. Responsibilities: • Represent clients in probate and guardianship disputes, including will/trust contests, fiduciary duty claims, and incapacity hearings. • Draft and argue motions, prepare for bench trials, and conduct depositions, mediations, and evidentiary hearings. • Oversee discovery processes, including expert retention, exhibit preparation, and witness coordination. • Negotiate settlements and consent agreements to resolve contested matters effectively. • Manage estate administration tasks such as formal and summary administrations, creditor claims, and homestead determinations. • Provide trust administration guidance, including drafting notices, preparing accountings, and facilitating distributions. • Develop comprehensive estate plans, including revocable trusts, wills, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives. • Collaborate with financial advisors and CPAs on tax matters and trust funding strategies. • Ensure compliance with Florida Probate Rules, Rules of Civil Procedure, and local administrative orders.
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