Probate Attorney/Lawyer - Careers at Robert Half
Robert Half
Probate Attorney/Lawyer - Careers at Robert Half
Job Description
Probate Attorney/Lawyer - Join Robert Half in Coconut Grove, FL
Are you a seasoned Probate Attorney with expertise in guardianship litigation, estate planning, and administration? Robert Half is seeking an experienced legal professional for a contract position in the vibrant community of Coconut Grove, Florida. This role offers the chance to immerse yourself in complex contested matters, from will and trust disputes to fiduciary concerns and incapacity proceedings. As a key player in our client's legal team, you'll leverage your advocacy skills to protect clients' interests while managing comprehensive estate solutions. With Coconut Grove's upscale setting and proximity to Miami's legal hub, this position combines professional growth with an exceptional lifestyle. Discover probate attorney jobs in Florida and elevate your career with Robert Half today.
About the Role
This contract Probate Attorney position in Coconut Grove, Florida, is ideal for lawyers passionate about probate law, guardianship cases, and estate planning. You'll handle high-stakes litigation including will contests, trust disputes, and fiduciary litigation, alongside routine estate administration. Robert Half places top talent in dynamic roles like this, offering flexibility and exposure to sophisticated cases. Whether you're drafting revocable trusts, arguing motions in court, or negotiating settlements, your work will directly impact clients navigating life's most challenging transitions. Probate lawyer opportunities in Florida are competitive—seize this chance to showcase your skills in a prestigious location.
Key Responsibilities
Your day-to-day will blend courtroom advocacy with meticulous administration:
- Represent clients aggressively in probate and guardianship disputes, tackling will/trust contests, fiduciary duty claims, and incapacity hearings.
- Draft compelling motions, argue before judges, and prepare meticulously for bench trials, depositions, mediations, and evidentiary hearings.
- Lead discovery efforts, retaining experts, preparing exhibits, and coordinating witnesses to build ironclad cases.
- Masterfully negotiate settlements and consent agreements, resolving disputes efficiently and cost-effectively.
- Oversee estate administrations, from formal and summary proceedings to creditor claims and homestead determinations.
- Guide trust administration, drafting notices, compiling accountings, and executing distributions seamlessly.
- Craft tailored estate plans featuring revocable trusts, wills, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives.
- Partner with financial advisors and CPAs to optimize tax strategies and trust funding.
- Maintain strict compliance with Florida Probate Rules, Rules of Civil Procedure, and local orders.
Required Qualifications
To excel as our Probate Attorney in Coconut Grove, FL, you need:
- A Juris Doctor (JD) and active Florida Bar membership.
- At least 5 years in probate litigation, guardianship, estate planning, and administration.
- Demonstrated success in contested matters like will contests and fiduciary claims.
- Proficiency in Florida probate procedures, civil rules, and administrative guidelines.
- Expertise in discovery management, trial preparation, and alternative dispute resolution.
- Strong interpersonal skills for collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
- Exceptional writing, research, and advocacy abilities.
Experience in high-net-worth estates is a plus for this guardianship attorney role.
Why Join Us at Robert Half?
Robert Half offers unparalleled support for probate attorneys in Florida. Enjoy competitive pay (estimated $89,000-$125,000 annualized based on $42.75/hour), flexible contracts, and recruiter guidance. Work in Coconut Grove's serene, tree-lined streets near Biscayne Bay, with easy access to Miami's courts. Build your network, gain diverse experience, and position yourself for long-term success. Our benefits include professional development, weekly pay, and connections to premier legal opportunities. Join thousands of professionals thriving through Robert Half—apply now for probate attorney jobs in Coconut Grove, FL, estate planning careers, or guardianship lawyer positions. Keywords: probate litigation jobs Florida, estate attorney Coconut Grove, trust dispute lawyer Miami area.
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Locations
- Coconut Grove, Florida, United States
Salary
89,000 - 125,000 USD / yearly
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- Probate litigationintermediate
- Guardianship disputesintermediate
- Estate planningintermediate
- Will and trust contestsintermediate
- Fiduciary duty claimsintermediate
- Estate administrationintermediate
- Trust administrationintermediate
- Legal drafting and motionsintermediate
- Depositions and trialsintermediate
- Settlement negotiationsintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree and active license to practice law in Florida (experience)
- 5+ years of experience in probate, guardianship litigation, estate planning, and administration (experience)
- Proven track record in contested probate matters including will/trust disputes and incapacity hearings (experience)
- Strong knowledge of Florida Probate Rules, Rules of Civil Procedure, and local administrative orders (experience)
- Experience managing discovery, expert witnesses, depositions, mediations, and bench trials (experience)
- Ability to collaborate with financial advisors, CPAs, and other professionals on tax and trust matters (experience)
- Excellent advocacy, negotiation, and communication skills (experience)
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities for estate and trust administration (experience)
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, 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
Benefits
- general: Competitive hourly compensation through Robert Half's contract positioning
- general: Flexible contract duration with potential for extension or permanent placement
- general: Professional development opportunities and access to Robert Half's legal network
- general: Supportive work environment in the prestigious Coconut Grove area
- general: Opportunity to work with high-profile estate and probate cases
- general: Collaboration with top financial and legal professionals
- general: Weekly pay and dedicated account support from Robert Half recruiters
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Job Description
Probate Attorney/Lawyer - Join Robert Half in Coconut Grove, FL
Are you a seasoned Probate Attorney with expertise in guardianship litigation, estate planning, and administration? Robert Half is seeking an experienced legal professional for a contract position in the vibrant community of Coconut Grove, Florida. This role offers the chance to immerse yourself in complex contested matters, from will and trust disputes to fiduciary concerns and incapacity proceedings. As a key player in our client's legal team, you'll leverage your advocacy skills to protect clients' interests while managing comprehensive estate solutions. With Coconut Grove's upscale setting and proximity to Miami's legal hub, this position combines professional growth with an exceptional lifestyle. Discover probate attorney jobs in Florida and elevate your career with Robert Half today.
About the Role
This contract Probate Attorney position in Coconut Grove, Florida, is ideal for lawyers passionate about probate law, guardianship cases, and estate planning. You'll handle high-stakes litigation including will contests, trust disputes, and fiduciary litigation, alongside routine estate administration. Robert Half places top talent in dynamic roles like this, offering flexibility and exposure to sophisticated cases. Whether you're drafting revocable trusts, arguing motions in court, or negotiating settlements, your work will directly impact clients navigating life's most challenging transitions. Probate lawyer opportunities in Florida are competitive—seize this chance to showcase your skills in a prestigious location.
Key Responsibilities
Your day-to-day will blend courtroom advocacy with meticulous administration:
- Represent clients aggressively in probate and guardianship disputes, tackling will/trust contests, fiduciary duty claims, and incapacity hearings.
- Draft compelling motions, argue before judges, and prepare meticulously for bench trials, depositions, mediations, and evidentiary hearings.
- Lead discovery efforts, retaining experts, preparing exhibits, and coordinating witnesses to build ironclad cases.
- Masterfully negotiate settlements and consent agreements, resolving disputes efficiently and cost-effectively.
- Oversee estate administrations, from formal and summary proceedings to creditor claims and homestead determinations.
- Guide trust administration, drafting notices, compiling accountings, and executing distributions seamlessly.
- Craft tailored estate plans featuring revocable trusts, wills, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives.
- Partner with financial advisors and CPAs to optimize tax strategies and trust funding.
- Maintain strict compliance with Florida Probate Rules, Rules of Civil Procedure, and local orders.
Required Qualifications
To excel as our Probate Attorney in Coconut Grove, FL, you need:
- A Juris Doctor (JD) and active Florida Bar membership.
- At least 5 years in probate litigation, guardianship, estate planning, and administration.
- Demonstrated success in contested matters like will contests and fiduciary claims.
- Proficiency in Florida probate procedures, civil rules, and administrative guidelines.
- Expertise in discovery management, trial preparation, and alternative dispute resolution.
- Strong interpersonal skills for collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
- Exceptional writing, research, and advocacy abilities.
Experience in high-net-worth estates is a plus for this guardianship attorney role.
Why Join Us at Robert Half?
Robert Half offers unparalleled support for probate attorneys in Florida. Enjoy competitive pay (estimated $89,000-$125,000 annualized based on $42.75/hour), flexible contracts, and recruiter guidance. Work in Coconut Grove's serene, tree-lined streets near Biscayne Bay, with easy access to Miami's courts. Build your network, gain diverse experience, and position yourself for long-term success. Our benefits include professional development, weekly pay, and connections to premier legal opportunities. Join thousands of professionals thriving through Robert Half—apply now for probate attorney jobs in Coconut Grove, FL, estate planning careers, or guardianship lawyer positions. Keywords: probate litigation jobs Florida, estate attorney Coconut Grove, trust dispute lawyer Miami area.
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Locations
- Coconut Grove, Florida, United States
Salary
89,000 - 125,000 USD / yearly
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- Probate litigationintermediate
- Guardianship disputesintermediate
- Estate planningintermediate
- Will and trust contestsintermediate
- Fiduciary duty claimsintermediate
- Estate administrationintermediate
- Trust administrationintermediate
- Legal drafting and motionsintermediate
- Depositions and trialsintermediate
- Settlement negotiationsintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree and active license to practice law in Florida (experience)
- 5+ years of experience in probate, guardianship litigation, estate planning, and administration (experience)
- Proven track record in contested probate matters including will/trust disputes and incapacity hearings (experience)
- Strong knowledge of Florida Probate Rules, Rules of Civil Procedure, and local administrative orders (experience)
- Experience managing discovery, expert witnesses, depositions, mediations, and bench trials (experience)
- Ability to collaborate with financial advisors, CPAs, and other professionals on tax and trust matters (experience)
- Excellent advocacy, negotiation, and communication skills (experience)
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities for estate and trust administration (experience)
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, 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
Benefits
- general: Competitive hourly compensation through Robert Half's contract positioning
- general: Flexible contract duration with potential for extension or permanent placement
- general: Professional development opportunities and access to Robert Half's legal network
- general: Supportive work environment in the prestigious Coconut Grove area
- general: Opportunity to work with high-profile estate and probate cases
- general: Collaboration with top financial and legal professionals
- general: Weekly pay and dedicated account support from Robert Half recruiters
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Answer 10 quick questions to check your fit for Probate Attorney/Lawyer - Careers at Robert Half @ Robert Half.
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