Delaware Probate Attorney (Contract and Fully Remote)

Overview

An opportunity is available for an experienced probate and/or trust & estates attorney licensed in Delaware to work flexible hours remotely. This contract role is ideal for solo practitioners with at least 5 years of experience handling probate and administration proceedings, who are knowledgeable about Delaware's local and jurisdictional probate rules.

Responsibilities

• Handle probate matters and administration proceedings in Delaware
• Complete probate forms and supplemental court filings, including Inventory and Appraisal, Accounting, and Final Distribution documents
• Ensure compliance with jurisdictional rules and filing requirements

Requirements

• Licensed and in good standing to practice law in Delaware
• Minimum of 5 years of experience handling probate matters in Delaware
• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Excellent academic credentials
• Outstanding professional references
• Knowledge of appropriate probate forms and filing requirements based on Delaware jurisdictional rules

Position Details

• Role Type: Contract/Engagement
• Schedule: Part-time, approximately 5 to 15 hours per month
• Location: Fully remote (must be located in Delaware)

Compensation & Benefits

• Annualized pay ranges from $150,000 to $210,000 on a full-time equivalent basis
• Pay rates are influenced by experience, qualifications, credentials, location, market conditions, and candidate preferences
• Contract professionals are typically W2 employees eligible for benefits when working 20 or more hours per week
• Benefits include Group Life insurance, Long-Term Disability (LTD), Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), a qualified 401(k) plan, CLE and Professional Expense stipends

Confidentiality

Candidate identities will not be disclosed to prospective clients without prior consent. Only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Location

This is a fully remote position; candidates must be located in Delaware.