Counsel Attorney; Independent Contractor

Overview

Job Summary:

We are looking for an experienced Florida-licensed attorney to join our firm as Of Counsel on a contract basis. This role focuses on estate planning, elder law, and probate matters. This is not an employee role
. The attorney will work as an independent contractor and manage their work with professional independence while supporting our clients and legal team.

• Meet with clients for estate planning and legal consultations
• Review estate planning summaries before documents are prepared
• Review drafted legal documents for accuracy and completeness
• Answer legal questions from paralegals and client service staff
• Attend client signing appointments when needed
• Handle assigned cases on time and with care
• Follow all Florida Bar rules and ethical standards

• Active license to practice law in Florida
• At least 5 years of experience in estate planning or probate
• Ability to work independently without daily supervision
• Strong communication and people skills
• High attention to detail and organization
• Professional judgment and reliability

• Experience in elder law or Medicaid planning
• Spanish-speaking (helpful but not required)
• Experience with Medicaid applications or hearings

• Flat rate per legal matter
• Each matter takes about 2 hours on average
• Estimated equivalent pay: about $87.50 per hour
• Pay may vary based on experience
• 10% origination bonus for matters you bring to the firm and that are paid

This role is a 1099 independent contractor position
, not an employee role.

This means:

• You are responsible for your own taxes
• You are not eligible for benefits such as health insurance, PTO, or unemployment
• You control how your work is completed
• You may work with other clients or firms as allowed by ethics rules

• Background check required
• Drug screening required
• Must have an active Florida Bar license with no disciplinary history

• Hybrid role (some remote work, some in-office as needed)
• Office work includes sitting, reading, reviewing documents, and meeting with clients

We are an equal opportunity organization. We make hiring decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under federal or Florida law.

Compensation details: 87.5 Hourly Wage