South Dakota Probate Attorney (Contract and Fully Remote)

Overview

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

Responsibilities

• Handle probate matters and administration proceedings in South Dakota
• 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 South Dakota
• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Minimum of 5 years of experience handling probate matters in South Dakota
• Knowledge of appropriate forms and filing requirements based on jurisdictional rules
• Excellent academic credentials
• Outstanding professional references

Position Details

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

Compensation & Benefits

• Annualized pay ranges from $150,000 to $210,000 on a full-time equivalent basis
• Pay rate depends on experience, qualifications, credentials, location, market supply/demand, and candidate preference
• Contract professionals are typically W2 employees eligible for benefits when working 20+ hours per week
• Benefits include Group Life, 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 South Dakota and licensed to practice law there.