Careers at WM

Guardianship/Elder Law Assistant – Melbourne Office

Widerman Malek, PL is seeking a Guardianship/Elder Law Legal Assistant to support the team’s busy guardianship practice in our Melbourne office. The position is ideal for a candidate seeking meaningful responsibility and long-term growth opportunities.

This role focuses primarily on guardianship administration, court filings, and statutory reporting requirements, with occasional support on related elder law matters. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing court-driven deadlines and sensitive matters involving families and vulnerable individuals.

Candidates with 2+ years of guardianship experience from a private law firm, a probate court division, a professional guardian’s office, or an elder law practice are strongly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities include:

Assist attorneys with matters from initial petition through ongoing administration
Prepare and file petitions, annual plans, inventories, accountings, and required guardianship reports
Track statutory deadlines and court reporting requirements
Maintain case files, calendars, and electronic docketing systems
Communicate with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and professional guardians
Schedule hearings and file documents with the court
Assist with evidentiary hearings and contested guardianship proceedings when needed
Ensure compliance with Florida guardianship statutes and court deadlines
Enter billable and non-billable administrative time spent on matters

Qualifications

2+ years of guardianship experience required, either in a private law firm or within a guardianship court
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines
Professional communication skills and a client-focused approach
Experience with court filings and legal case management systems

Full-time, in-office position. We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, 401(k), and more.

Widerman Malek, PL is a national law firm built on the values of family and community, which guide both our work and culture.

Please submit your resume, cover letter, references, and salary expectations to resume@uslegalteam.com and reference “Melbourne Office Elder Law Assistant Position” in the subject line.

Civil Litigation Associate Attorney – Celebration Office

Widerman Malek, PL is seeking a Civil Litigation Associate Attorney with 5+ years of experience to join our team in our Celebration, Florida office. This role focuses primarily on civil litigation matters, with cases spanning multiple practice areas, including business litigation, estate planning and probate disputes, and real estate matters. The position is ideal for an attorney ready to take on meaningful responsibility, managing and supporting civil litigation matters from inception through resolution, with regular client interaction and close collaboration with experienced attorneys across the firm.

Responsibilities include:

Managing and supporting civil litigation matters from inception through resolution
Drafting pleadings, motions, discovery, and legal correspondence
Conducting legal research and preparing written analysis
Participating in hearings, depositions, mediations, and client meetings
Working collaboratively with attorneys and staff across practice areas

Qualifications

5+ years of civil litigation experience
Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
Excellent communication and organizational abilities
Florida Bar admission in good standing
A team-oriented mindset with a commitment to client service

Position: Full-time, On-Site

We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, 401(k), and more.

Widerman Malek, PL is a national law firm built on the values of family and community. These connections are not only central to who we are, they are the foundation of how we practice law.

Please submit your resume, cover letter, references, and salary expectations to resume@uslegalteam.com and reference “Celebration Civil Litigation Attorney Position” in the subject line.

Family Law Associate Attorney – Celebration Office

Widerman Malek, PL is seeking a Family Law Associate Attorney with 5+ years of experience to join our team in our Celebration, Florida office. This role encompasses a broad range of family law matters, including contested and uncontested divorces, as well as other related family law issues. This position is designed for an attorney ready to step into a hands-on role, taking ownership of family law matters from start to finish, with consistent client engagement and collaboration alongside experienced attorneys.

Responsibilities include:

Managing family law matters from initial consultation through final resolution
Handling contested and uncontested divorce cases, including issues involving equitable distribution, support, and parenting matters
Drafting pleadings, motions, discovery, financial affidavits, marital settlement agreements, parenting plans, and legal correspondence
Participating in hearings, depositions, mediations, and client meetings
Conducting legal research and preparing written analysis
Working collaboratively with attorneys and staff across practice areas

Qualifications

5+ years of family law experience
Experience handling contested and uncontested divorces
Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
Excellent communication, organization, and client management abilities
Florida Bar admission in good standing
A team-oriented mindset with a commitment to client service

We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, 401(k), and more.

Widerman Malek, PL is a national law firm built on the values of family and community. These connections are not only central to who we are, they are the foundation of how we practice law.

Please submit your resume, cover letter, references, and salary expectations to resume@uslegalteam.com and reference “Celebration Family Law Attorney Position” in the subject line.

Trademark Attorney Position – Melbourne Office

Widerman Malek, PL is seeking an Associate Trademark Attorney to join their Intellectual Property team. Principal responsibilities trademark prosecution, responding to office actions, and litigation involving IP rights. The successful candidate will have 3-5 years of trademark prosecution and litigation experience and admission to a state bar.

We offer competitive compensation starting at $82,000 for this position including generous and attainable bonuses in your first year, as well as a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, 401k and more.

Widerman Malek, PL is a national law firm with a family and community-centered approach. Our strong bond with our community, and our families, are the cornerstones of our practice.

Please provide resume with a cover letter, references and salary expectations for consideration to resume@uslegalteam.com and reference “Melbourne Office Trademark Attorney Position” in the subject line.

Patent Associate Attorney Position – Melbourne Office

Widerman Malek, PL located in Melbourne, Florida is seeking a Patent Agent/Jr. Patent Associate Attorney to join their global wide practice. Principal responsibilities include drafting patent applications, responding to office actions, managing IP portfolios, as well as litigation support involving IP rights.

The successful candidate will have a B.S. in Engineering from an accredited university and admission to practice before the USPTO or be eligible to take the exam. For the Associate Attorney position, the successful candidate will also have a J.D. from an accredited university and admission to the Florida Bar or be on track to obtain it. Additionally, the preferred candidate will have 2-3 years of general patent preparation and procedures. Experience using computer-assisted patent drafting tools is preferred.

We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, 401(k) and more.

Widerman Malek, PL is a national law firm built on the values of family and community. These connections are not only central to who we are – they are the foundation of how we practice law.

Please provide a resume with a cover letter, references, and salary expectations for consideration to resume@uslegalteam.com and reference “Patent Attorney Position” in the subject line.

Probate Litigation Associate Attorney – Melbourne Office

Widerman Malek, PL is seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney to join our team in our Melbourne, Florida, office. This position focuses primarily on Probate, Trust and Guardianship litigation matters, as well as some civil litigation matters. The ideal candidate will have 0-3 years of experience with a variety of cases. Strong research and writing skills are required.

We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, 401k and more.

Please provide a resume with a cover letter, references and salary expectations for consideration to resume@uslegalteam.com and reference “Melbourne Office Probate Litigation Attorney Position” in the subject line.

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