Description:
Chiumento Law: Estate Planning, Trust Administration, ProbateSeniority Level: Senior Associate/Partner-Track
Compensation: Competitive base ($125,000 plus bonus), with direct access to an established client portfolio
Partnership Opportunity: Yes, following demonstrated leadership and commitment
Join a Respected Legacy. Shape the Future.
Chiumento Law is a highly regarded, 10-attorney firm with over 50 years of trusted service to the Volusia and Flagler County communities—is seeking a seasoned Estate Planning & Probate Attorney to step into a leadership role and partnership track.
As a senior partner transitions toward retirement, this is a rare and prestigious opportunity to take the lead on a well-established, high-value practice that has been cultivated over decades. You'll inherit a thriving client portfolio, lead a respected department, and build your career at one of Florida's most dynamic and rapidly growing firms.
Why This Role Stands Out
- Immediate impact: Take the helm of a longstanding practice with consistent revenue.
- Prestigious clientele: Serve high-net-worth individuals and multigenerational families (most with estate values exceeding $5 million).
- Clear partnership track: Transparent path to partnership for proven leaders.
- Trusted reputation: Join a firm with deep community ties and a sterling reputation across Northeast Florida.
- Robust support team: Work alongside a senior paralegal with decades of estate/trust experience plus full administrative and operational staff.
- 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:
What We're Looking For:
- 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 HNW 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
- Ready to lead with confidence, integrity, and client-centered focus
- Entrepreneurial, yet collaborative and interested in firm growth and community impact
- Committed to long-term client relationships and delivering the highest level of service
- Looking to invest in both your future and your firm's
Benefits:
- Competitive base salary ($125,000 plus bonus) with direct access to an established client portfolio
- Group Health Plan Stipend
- Long-Term Disability Insurance
- 401(k) Plan
- Time Off & Holidays
- Professional Development -CLE allowance, Florida Bar dues, Civic organization memberships
Interested? Let's Talk.
To express interest, please submit your resume and a statement of interest. All inquiries will be kept strictly confidential. Please note: No agencies or direct inquiries. We will reach out directly to those candidates who best match the criteria for this opportunity.
