Overview
This role is for an experienced probate and/or trust & estates attorney seeking a flexible, contract engagement with a modern estate settlement company. Ideal candidates are solo practitioners licensed in their state of residence, with 5+ years of experience handling probate and administration proceedings, and knowledge of local/jurisdictional rules governing the probate process.
The position is fully remote and contract-based.
Responsibilities
- Handle probate matters and related administration proceedings
- Apply jurisdiction-specific requirements, forms, and filing procedures
- Complete probate forms and supplemental court filings, including:
- Inventory and Appraisal
- Accounting
- Final Distribution documents
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience handling probate matters
- Knowledge of appropriate forms and filing requirements based on jurisdictional rules
- Experience completing probate forms and supplemental court filings, including Inventory and Appraisal, Accounting, and Final Distribution documents
- J.D. from an accredited law school
- Excellent academic credentials
- Outstanding references
- Licensed and in good standing in state of residence
Position Details
- Type of role: Contract/Engagement
- Schedule: Part-time (likely 5 to 15 hours per month)
- Location: Fully Remote
Compensation & Benefits
- Pay: The annualized pay for this contract position ranges from $150,000 to $210,000 when calculated on a full-time basis.
- Pay for contract roles is based on multiple factors including work experience, qualifications, credentials, location, market supply/demand, and the candidate’s preference.
- Benefits:
- Contract professionals are usually W2 employees and are eligible for full benefits when working in roles for 20 hours per week.
- Benefits-eligible contract professionals receive complimentary Group Life, LTD and AD&D.
- A qualified 401k plan is available.
- Benefits-eligible attorneys receive a CLE and Professional Expense stipend.
Confidentiality
- The employer will not disclose your identity or propose you to prospective clients without your prior consent.
- Candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Location
Fully Remote
Equal Opportunity Employer
This organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer.