Associate Attorney | Estate Planning & Administration

Job overview

The Associate Attorney role is onsite in Naples, FL. The starting base salary is approximately $130,000 per year, plus a small year-end bonus initially. The established practice focuses on estate planning and administration rather than litigation. The attorney supports estate planning and probate matters by drafting documents, conducting legal research, assisting with administration filings and deadlines, and participating in client meetings. Working with senior attorneys, the role develops practical recommendations and accurate legal documents while gradually taking on greater responsibility for matters and client relationships.

What you'll do

• Assist with drafting wills, trusts, powers of attorney, advance directives, and other estate planning documents
• support probate and trust administration, including filings, record review, and deadline tracking
• research Florida probate, trust, estate planning, and related tax issues
• participate in client meetings
• communicate with clients, beneficiaries, fiduciaries, and professional advisors
• work with senior attorneys on recommendations and documents
• gradually assume greater responsibility as experience develops.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

associate attorney

estate planning

trust administration

naples fl

ams staffing

florida bar

probate

legal research

wills and trusts

$130k/year

year-end bonus

relocation candidates welcome

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Small year-end bonus initially, mentorship, increasing responsibility, and long-term career growth.
• A broader bonus structure may be available as the attorney develops, based on progress and contribution.

Why this role

Requires a Juris Doctor and active Florida Bar membership in good standing, with 1–2 years of attorney experience preferred in estate planning, probate, or trust administration. An LLM in Tax is highly preferred. Relocation candidates are welcome.

About the employer

AMS Staffing, Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Lawyers. Sector: 54.