Elder Law Attorney2 Openings One in Ft. Lauderdale and other in Palm Bay/Melbourne, FL areas.Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Elder Law Attorney to join our Ft. Lauderdale office.The ideal candidate will have meaningful experience advising clients in estate planning, probate administration, elder law matters, and related asset protection strategies.
This role involves working directly with individuals and families to develop comprehensive estate plans, navigate probate proceedings, and provide strategic counsel on long-term care planning, guardianship, and related elder law issues. The right candidate will be client-focused, compassionate, detail-oriented, and capable of managing matters independently while contributing to the growth of the practice.Key ResponsibilitiesDraft comprehensive estate planning documents, including wills, revocable and irrevocable trusts, powers of attorney, advance directives, and related instruments.Advise clients on elder law matters including Medicaid planning, asset protection strategies, and long-term care planningHandle probate administration from initiation through closing, including formal and summary administrationRepresent clients in guardianship proceedings and related court mattersProvide counsel on trust administration and fiduciary responsibilitiesIdentify tax considerations related to estate and trust planningMaintain strong client relationships through clear communication and thoughtful planning guidanceWork collaboratively with paralegals and administrative staff to ensure efficient case managementParticipate in community outreach, networking, and practice development effortsQualificationsJuris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law schoolActive Florida Bar license in good standing4–10+ years of experience in elder law, estate planning, and probateExperience handling probate and estate administration matters independentlyStrong drafting skills and attention to detailCourtroom experience in probate or guardianship matters preferredExcellent interpersonal and client communication skillsExperience with estate planning and probate software platforms preferredPreferred Qualifications: Experience with Medicaid planning and complex asset protection strategies Familiarity with fiduciary litigation or contested probate matters Existing referral relationships in the Melbourne / Brevard County areaIdeal Candidate Compassionate and client-centered Organized and able to manage a steady caseload Comfortable advising elderly clients and families on sensitive matters Business-minded and interested in contributing to practice growth Strong written and verbal communicator