Estate Planning and Probate Attorney - Senior Associate

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a seasoned Estate Planning and Probate Attorney to join their team in Jacksonville, FL. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead a well-established practice with a prestigious client base. The successful candidate will step into a leadership position with a clear path to partnership, contributing to the firm's growth and maintaining its esteemed reputation in the community.

Duties

• Lead the estate planning and probate practice while supervising the legal support team.
• Provide strategic estate and tax planning guidance to affluent clients.
• Draft and review advanced estate planning instruments and documents.
• Manage complex probate and trust administration cases.
• Advise fiduciaries, beneficiaries, and business owners on legacy and wealth transfer strategies.
• Strengthen long-standing client relationships with discretion and exceptional service.
• Contribute to firm growth through mentorship, leadership, and community involvement.

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school; LL.M. in Taxation or Estate Planning preferred.
• 7+ years of experience in estate planning and probate, ideally with high-net-worth clientele.
• Deep knowledge of federal estate, gift, and generation-skipping transfer tax laws.
• Florida Bar admission in good standing.
• Strong leadership, communication, and client relationship skills.

Education

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• LL.M. in Taxation or Estate Planning preferred.

Certifications

• Florida Bar admission in good standing.

Skills

• Leadership and supervisory skills.
• Strategic estate and tax planning expertise.
• Advanced document drafting and review capabilities.
• Complex case management proficiency.
• Strong client relationship management.

Benefits

• Group Health Plan Stipend.
• Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• 401(k) Plan.
• Time Off & Holidays.
• Professional Development - CLE allowance, Florida Bar dues, Civic organization memberships.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
801 Brickell Avenue, Suite 900
Miami
Florida
United States 33131
Phone : (305) 570-3575
Fax : (213) 895-7306