Associate Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Job description:

About Us
Zoecklein Law is a Florida law firm dedicated to providing compassionate, client-focused representation in probate, estate planning, trust and estate litigation, and real estate matters. We pride ourselves on offering high-quality legal services with a personal touch, guiding clients through some of life’s most difficult moments with professionalism and care. Our culture values teamwork, growth, and integrity. We are expanding our team and seeking attorneys who value collaboration, client service, and professional growth.

Job Overview
We are seeking a motivated and skilled Associate Attorney to join our expanding team. The ideal candidate will have strong litigation experience and a passion for client advocacy, particularly in probate and trust disputes. You will work closely with our senior attorneys to manage cases from intake through resolution, including motion practice, hearings, depositions, mediations, and trials.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in probate, trust, and estate litigation matters
• Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and memoranda
• Appear in court for hearings, mediations, and trials as needed
• Advise clients on legal rights and strategies while maintaining strong client relationships
• Manage case files and deadlines with accuracy and efficiency
• Work collaboratively with paralegals, support staff, and fellow attorneys to ensure client needs are met
• Manage the quality and output of paralegals assigned to your team
• Participate in firm-building initiatives, trainings, and team meetings

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
• Active member of the Florida Bar in good standing
• 1-3 years of litigation experience required
• Probate/Estate experience preferred but not required
• Strong legal research, writing, and advocacy skills
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities
• Commitment to professionalism, integrity, and client service
• Ability to manage a caseload independently while collaborating with the team

Benefits

• 401(k) with Matching Contribution
• Short Term Disability (company provided)
• Life & AD&D Insurance (company provided)
• TeleDoc (company provided)
• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Premium Stipend
• EAP

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.