Estate Planning & Probate Attorney – Ponte Vedra, FL
A highly respected Ponte Vedra law firm is seeking an experienced Estate Planning & Probate Attorney to join their growing, high-end private client practice. The firm works extensively with high-net-worth individuals and families, offering sophisticated estate planning, tax strategies, and probate/trust administration services.
This role is ideal for an attorney with strong technical skills who can operate independently, manage complex matters, and confidently work with demanding clients. A partial portable book or referral network is a plus but not required.
Key Responsibilities
• Handle a wide range of estate planning and probate matters for high-net-worth clients
• Draft complex estate planning documents, including advanced trusts, wills, and tax-efficient structures
• Manage probate and trust administration files with limited supervision
• Advise clients on complex tax issues, including 706s, 709s, and related filings
• Support active client transitions (several partners are preparing for retirement)
• Collaborate with partners while continuing to build your own referral base
Qualifications
• 3–5+ years of estate planning and probate experience
• Experience working with high-net-worth clients (typically $10M+ estates; associates may handle slightly lower tiers)
• Strong understanding of complex legal and tax concepts
• Florida Bar admission required
• Ability to work autonomously with minimal hand-holding
• Excellent drafting skills and attention to detail
• Professional, client-centered communication
Ideal Candidate Traits
• Confident stepping into active, sophisticated files immediately
• Resourceful, proactive, and highly organized
• Maintains—or is motivated to build—strong referral and professional contacts
• Able to quickly learn, adapt, and provide strategic guidance
Why This Opportunity?
• Work on highly sophisticated estate planning and tax matters
• Inherit and transition clients due to upcoming retirements
• Strong long-term platform for professional growth and business development
• Supportive environment without micromanagement
• Join a well-established team serving some of the most affluent clients in the Ponte Vedra/Jacksonville market
How to Apply
For confidential consideration or to learn more, please email your resume to Kaelan.Dea@gogpac.com.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
