Trusts & Estates Attorney – Estate Planning, Probate

Williams Parker Attorneys at Law

. Counsel individuals, couples, and families on estate plans reflecting their personal and financial goals .

Posted 10/10/2026full-timeSarasota • Florida • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in estate planning, probate, and trust administration, with a strong focus on drafting legal documents and guiding clients through complex processes. Possesses a deep understanding of fiduciary tax compliance and Florida probate procedures, while maintaining strong client relationships and effective communication.

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Trusts And Estates AttorneyEstate PlanningProbate AdministrationFiduciary Tax ComplianceJuris Doctor Degree

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Hard Skills

Drafting WillsRevocable TrustsDurable Powers Of AttorneyAdvance DirectivesAsset AdministrationBeneficiary CoordinationFlorida Probate ProcedureCore Planning Documents

Soft Skills

Compassionate CounselingClear CommunicationOrganizational SkillsProfessional MaturityCollaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

Membership In The Florida BarFlorida Bar Board Certification In Wills, Trusts & Estates

Industry Keywords

Estate PlansIncapacity PlanningAsset TitlingProbateTrust Administration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Counsel individuals, couples, and families on estate plans reflecting their personal and financial goals
Advise on incapacity planning and orderly succession
Prepare wills, revocable trusts, durable powers of attorney, and advance directives
Coordinate asset titling and beneficiary designations
Represent personal representatives and trustees in probate and trust administration
Handle asset collection, valuation, distribution, fiduciary tax compliance, and administrative questions or disputes
Collaborate with Tax, Business, Real Estate, and Litigation colleagues
Cultivate lasting relationships with clients, their families, and professional advisors

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of experience as a trusts and estates attorney focused on estate planning, probate, and trust administration
Experience drafting core planning documents and guiding administrations to completion
Working knowledge of fiduciary tax compliance, asset administration, beneficiary coordination, and Florida probate procedure
Ability to counsel families with compassion and confidentiality
Ability to explain legal concepts in clear, reassuring terms
Organization and professional maturity to manage a substantial caseload independently
Ability to collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, clients, and outside advisors
Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school
Membership in The Florida Bar in good standing, or eligibility and willingness to sit for the Florida Bar Examination in the near future
Florida Bar Board Certification in Wills, Trusts & Estates is welcomed

Benefits

Comp & perks

Meaningful work and genuine ownership
Established practice with a steady flow of substantive matters
Mentorship and knowledge sharing
Modern technology and streamlined systems
Dedicated administrative, marketing, and knowledge-management support
Market-leading compensation
Comprehensive health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
Employee Savings Plan and 401(k) with employer contributions
Paid time off
Paid parental leave
Wellness programs
Discounts and special offers through WP Perks at Work