Trust & Estate Litigation Attorney

Pay: $130,000.00 - $185,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a growing, respected trusts and estates litigation practice with significant long-term career potential.
• Work directly alongside an accomplished, highly experienced attorney and receive exceptional mentorship.
• Build a long-term career in Southwest Florida with a clear path to increased responsibility and future leadership.
• Handle sophisticated trust, estate, guardianship, and probate litigation matters rather than high-volume casework.
• Be part of a collaborative team that values ethics, professionalism, client service, and excellence.
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, profit sharing, health insurance, paid time off, and paid holidays.

Location: On-site in either Naples, Florida or Fort Myers, Florida. Enjoy the opportunity to build your career while living in one of Southwest Florida's most desirable coastal communities.

Note: Applicants must be licensed to practice law in Florida and have at least 2+ years of litigation experience. Trust & estate litigation experience is strongly preferred but experienced civil litigators with an interest in this practice area are encouraged to apply. Candidates within five years of law school graduation should include class rank on their resume. Local candidates or those committed to relocating to Southwest Florida are strongly preferred.

About Us

We are a well-established law practice dedicated to delivering exceptional legal representation in trust, estate, guardianship, and probate litigation. We believe in ethical advocacy, professional excellence, and investing in attorneys who want to build long-term careers and become valued members of our community. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Represent clients in trust, estate, probate, and guardianship litigation matters.
• Manage litigation files from case evaluation through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and legal memoranda.
• Conduct depositions, hearings, mediations, and court appearances.
• Develop litigation strategy while working closely with senior leadership.
• Build strong client relationships through outstanding communication and service.
• Collaborate with attorneys and staff to deliver exceptional legal results.
• Stay current on Florida trust, estate, and probate law developments.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active Florida Bar license required.
• 2+ years of litigation experience required.
• Trust & estate litigation experience strongly preferred.
• Probate, guardianship, or estate administration experience is a plus.
• Excellent legal writing, research, and courtroom skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Self-motivated with a desire for long-term professional growth.
• Tax LL.M. is a plus but not required.

Why You Will Love Working Here

This is more than another litigation position—it's an opportunity to develop a specialized legal practice with substantial long-term growth potential. You'll receive meaningful mentorship, handle sophisticated cases, enjoy a collaborative culture focused on excellence, and have the opportunity to build a lasting career within a respected Southwest Florida practice.

JPC-1507

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Requirements: Must haves: Hiring in Naples, FL or Fort Myers, FL. FL bar license, 2+ yrs of litigation exp. Strong preference for trust & estates litigation exp

• Required Years as Associate: 2+

• Additional context: Relocation- [no]. Packages - [no]

• Salary Bands (Only if attorney role):

• 2–4 years: $130,000–$145,000

• 5–7 years: $145,000–$165,000

• 8+ years: $165,000–$185,000

Submission Email: Name / Matthew - [email protected]

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Established trusts and estates litigation practice hiring a Florida Bar attorney with 2+ years of litigation experience for Naples or Fort Myers. Trust & estate litigation preferred. Strong mentorship, sophisticated litigation work, and long-term succession opportunity.

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• Client job title: Trust & Estate Litigation Attorney

• Location: Naples, FL or Fort Myers, FL

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