Description:

Description:
The Siegel Law Group is looking for an experienced Probate Attorney to join our growing team in Boca Raton. You will guide families through probate and trust administration, often at one of the hardest times in their lives. You will own a caseload of estates from opening through closing. That includes preparing and filing petitions, working with personal representatives and trustees, resolving creditor and beneficiary issues, and appearing at hearings.

The ideal candidate knows Florida probate procedure well, stays organized across many active files, and brings both precision and compassion to client relationships. This is a full-time, in-office position with real ownership and room to grow. If that describes you, we'd like to hear from you.

Responsibilities:

Manage a caseload of Florida probate matters, including formal administration, summary administration, and ancillary administration
Prepare and file petitions, orders, oaths, designations, inventories, accountings, and closing documents
Advise personal representatives and trustees on their fiduciary duties, timelines, and next steps
Handle creditor claims, Notice to Creditors, homestead determinations, and asset marshaling and distribution
Guide clients through trust administration, including trustee notices, accountings, and distributions
Appear at probate hearings and communicate with the court, opposing counsel, and beneficiaries
Identify contested issues early, such as will or trust challenges and beneficiary disputes, and help resolve them
Work closely with paralegals and support staff to keep files moving and deadlines met
Explain the process clearly to grieving families and keep them informed at every stage

Qualifications:

J.D. from an accredited law school
Active member in good standing of The Florida Bar
2+ years of experience handling Florida probate and/or trust administration matters
Working knowledge of the Florida Probate Code, Florida Trust Code, and Florida Probate Rules
Courtroom experience in probate hearings; probate litigation experience is a plus
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage many active files and deadlines at once
Clear, empathetic communication, especially with families in stressful or emotional situations
Proficiency with practice management software (Clio experience a plus)
Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus