Associate Attorney

Description:

About Zoecklein Law P.A.
Zoecklein Law P.A. is a Florida-based law firm focused on probate, estate planning, and litigation. We are seeking an attorney who is ready to take ownership of a new office location and lead its development with confidence and professionalism.

Position: Lead Attorney – West Palm Beach Office
Zoecklein Law is launching a new West Palm Beach office and is seeking an experienced, entrepreneurial attorney to lead and grow this location. This is not a junior associate role. This position is designed for an attorney who wants autonomy, leadership responsibility, and the opportunity to build a market presence within Palm Beach County while supported by an established Florida firm. You will oversee legal operations in the West Palm Beach office, manage active casework in probate, estate planning, and related litigation matters, and work closely with firm leadership on strategic growth.

Job Summary:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Associate Attorney to join our growing team. The ideal candidate is eager to gain hands-on experience in probate, estate planning, and litigation while working directly with our Managing Attorney. You will handle active cases, perform legal research, draft pleadings and correspondence, and communicate with clients and the court. This role offers a collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth and increasing responsibility.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft and review pleadings, motions, discovery, and other legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and prepare case summaries and memoranda.
• Attend hearings, mediations, and client meetings as directed by the Managing Attorney.
• Provide sound legal analysis and client communication consistent with firm standards.
• Manage assigned case files, ensuring deadlines and procedural requirements are met.
• Collaborate with paralegals and intake staff to support efficient case progression.
• Uphold the firm's values of integrity, accountability, and clear communication.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active member in good standing with The Florida Bar.
• Excellent written, verbal, and organizational skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Professional demeanor and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to client service and continuous professional development.

Benefits & Perks:

• Competitive Compensation
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Paid Holidays
• Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Support
• Employee Assistance Program
• Modern office environment with weekly breakfast
• Supportive, team-driven workplace culture

Equal Opportunity Statement:
Zoecklein Law, P.A. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

E-Verify Participation
Zoecklein Law, P.A. participates in the federal E-Verify program and complies with all employment eligibility verification requirements. The firm will provide the federal government with information from Form I-9 to confirm an employee's authorization to work in the United States.

If E-Verify cannot confirm employment authorization, the employee will be provided written instructions and an opportunity to contact the Department of Homeland Security or the Social Security Administration to resolve the issue before any employment action is taken. E-Verify is used only after a job offer has been accepted and the Form I-9 has been completed.

---