Real Estate Attorney

Real Estate Attorney

Location: Melbourne, FL; Ft. Lauderdale, FL

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Real Estate Attorney to join our Ft. Lauderdale office. This role is a full-time, Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. position. The ideal candidate will have experience in real estate transactions and related legal matters, with additional exposure to estate planning.

Key Responsibilities

• Real estate transactions — Draft, review, and negotiate residential and commercial real estate contracts, leases, closing documents, and related instruments

• Title and closing work — Oversee title review, resolve title issues, and coordinate closings with lenders, agents, and clients

• Prepare and review estate planning documents, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and advance directives

• Advise clients on probate and trust administration matters

• Provide guidance on asset protection and related planning strategies

• Maintain strong client relationships through clear, proactive communication

• Collaborate with paralegals and administrative staff to ensure efficient workflow

• Participate in community outreach and business development initiatives

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

• Active Florida Bar license in good standing

• 4–10+ years of experience, ideally including real estate and estate planning

• Ability to independently manage real estate files from contract to closing

• Strong drafting skills and attention to detail

• Excellent interpersonal and client-communication skills

• Familiarity with real estate, estate planning, or probate software platforms preferred

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in trust administration or complex estate planning

• Existing referral relationships in the South Florida market

Ideal Candidate

• Client-centered, compassionate, and professional

• Organized and able to manage a steady caseload

• Interested in a role that blends real estate with private-client work

• Values a consistent Monday–Friday schedule and a supportive team environment

• Strong written and verbal communicator

Benefits:
• PTO
• Holiday Pay
• 401K with a 4% Match
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Group Life & AD&D
• Voluntary Life AD&D
• Short-term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account (Health and Dependent)
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment. We do not employ AI tools in our decision-making processes. Regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran. ensures that all employment decisions are made in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Our commitment to non-discrimination in employment extends to every location in which our company operates.