Remote, Contract-based South Florida Estate Planning and Probate Attorney Opport

Category: Legal Location: Fort Lauderdale Florida United States Welcome to The Freelance Firm! We are a national network of experienced, high-level, freelance attorneys and paralegals who provide remote, on-demand support for both short-term and long-term legal projects for our client law firms. Due to increased demand, we are now interviewing for a qualified, experienced, and dedicated South Florida Probate & Estate Litigation Attorney. Remote work hours will vary, but are expected to be approximately 20–30 hours per week, with the potential to transition into a full-time opportunity. Attorney Responsibilities Handle probate litigation and estate-related disputes Assist with probate administration matters and related proceedings Conduct legal research and draft motions, pleadings, and other legal documents Review case files and assist with litigation strategy Support active matters from inception through resolution Attend hearings and court appearances as needed Collaborate with attorneys and staff to ensure cases progress efficiently Attorney Requirements Licensed and in good standing to practice law in the State of Florida Located in South Florida or willing to attend in-person hearings as needed Minimum of 5+ years of probate and litigation experience Probate litigation experience strongly preferred; general litigation experience will also be considered if accompanied by significant probate experience Experience with estate planning and/or guardianship matters is a plus, but not required Strong legal research, drafting, and analytical skills Ability to manage multiple matters efficiently and meet deadlines Organized, detail-oriented, and able to work independently Spanish language skills are a plus, but not required Preferred Qualifications Experience across probate, estate planning, and guardianship matters Experience handling contested probate, trust, or fiduciary disputes Interest in a long-term relationship with the potential to transition into a full-time role Attorney pay rate starts at $80/hour. We welcome you to join our established network of legal professionals! Resume submissions will be kept in strict confidence. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Freelance Firm, LLC