Attorney Opportunities

Intellectual Property Associate

Company Description

Shuffield, Lowman & Wilson, P.A. is a full-service business law firm with five offices across Orlando, Tavares, DeLand, Port Orange, and Lake Nona, staffed by over 50 skilled attorneys. The firm specializes in corporate, estate planning, elder law, real estate, litigation, intellectual property, tax law, and more. Recognized for its high ethical and professional standards, the firm holds an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell and has received numerous accolades, including "Best of the Bar" and "Legal Elite." ShuffieldLowman is committed to delivering exceptional legal services to clients across Central Florida.

 

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role for an Intellectual Property Attorney, based in Greater Orlando. Responsibilities include preparing and filing patent applications, ensuring compliance with intellectual property law, and managing trademarks. The attorney will provide strategic counsel on intellectual property matters, support clients in safeguarding their intellectual assets, and collaborate with the legal team on complex cases and related legal matters.

 

Qualifications

  • Strong expertise in Patent Applications, Patent Preparation, and Patent Law

  • Comprehensive knowledge of Intellectual Property and Trademarks

  • Exceptional attention to detail and analytical skills

  • Excellent written and oral communication abilities

  • Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school

  • Active membership in good standing with the Florida Bar

  • At least 3-5 years of experience in intellectual property law

  • Technical or scientific background is a plus

Please contact Maureen McArdle, Human Resources Manager at mmcardle@shuffieldlowman.com for more details. 

Corporate Associate

Shuffield, Lowman & Wilson, a full-service AV-Rated law firm, has an immediate need in our Orlando office to join our corporate law and mergers and acquisitions team as associate, of counsel or partner. A book of business is preferred but not required. The successful candidate will have 5 years of strong corporate and/or M&A experience, comfortable leading projects and transactions, and strong management skills. Must have excellent attention to detail and drafting skills, be comfortable interacting with clients, be a team player and have ability to multi-task.  

 Guided and directed by Core Values outlined from the beginning by its three founders, the firm strives to continually seek EXCELLENCE RELATIONSHIPS COMMUNICATIONS TEAMWORK BALANCE. 

This full-time position (fully remote is an option) offers benefit options, including medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurances, AFLAC supplemental options, a 401(k)-retirement plan and wellness plan. No phone calls or walk-ins will be accepted. Please contact Maureen McArdle, Human Resources Manager at mmcardle@shuffieldlowman.com for more details. 

Senior Commercial Lending Real Estate Attorney

Shuffield, Lowman & Wilson, a full-service AV-Rated law firm has immediate need in our Orlando office for a Senior Real Estate Attorney to focus primarily on commercial lending work. The successful candidate will have at least 5 years of strong commercial lending experience, strong communication skills and a professional demeanor. Must have excellent attention to detail and drafting skills, be comfortable interacting with clients, be a team player and have strong ability to multi-task. Signing bonus available.

Guided and directed by Core Values outlined from the beginning by its three founders, the firm strives to continually seek EXCELLENCE RELATIONSHIPS COMMUNICATIONS TEAMWORK BALANCE.

This full-time position offers benefit options, including medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurances, AFLAC supplemental options, a 401(k)-retirement plan and wellness plan. No phone calls or walk-ins will be accepted. Please contact Maureen McArdle, Human Resources Manager at mmcardle@shuffieldlowman.com for more details.

Litigation Associates

Shuffield, Lowman & Wilson, a full-service AV-Rated law firm has immediate need in our Orlando office for 2 associates in our Litigation section. The successful candidate will have 4-7 years of strong experience in fiduciary and/or commercial litigation and labor/employment litigation. Must have excellent attention to detail, be a team player and have strong ability to multi-task.


Guided and directed by Core Values, the firm continually strives for: EXCELLENCE · RELATIONSHIPS · COMMUNICATIONS · TEAMWORK · BALANCE.


This full-time position offers benefit options, including medical, dental, vision, short term disability, long term disability, and life insurances, cancer coverage, accident coverage, critical care coverage, pet insurance, paid time off, a 401(k)-retirement plan and wellness plan. No phone calls, recruiters or walk-ins will be accepted.  Send resume to the attention of Maureen McArdle at mmcardle@shuffieldlowman.com.

Litigation Senior Associate

Shuffield, Lowman & Wilson, a full-service AV-Rated law firm has immediate need in our Orlando office for a senior associate in our Litigation section. The successful candidate will have 8-15 years of strong experience in fiduciary litigation or commercial litigation. Must have 1st Chair trial experience. Must have excellent attention to detail, be a team player and have strong ability to multi-task.


Guided and directed by Core Values, the firm continually strives for: EXCELLENCE · RELATIONSHIPS · COMMUNICATIONS · TEAMWORK · BALANCE.


This full-time position offers benefit options, including medical, dental, vision, short term disability, long term disability, and life insurances, cancer coverage, accident coverage, critical care coverage, pet insurance, paid time off, a 401(k)-retirement plan and wellness plan. No phone calls, recruiters or walk-ins will be accepted.  Send resume to the attention of Maureen McArdle at mmcardle@shuffieldlowman.com.

Associate Attorney: High Net Worth Estate Planning & Tax

Build a Career in Sophisticated Estate and Tax Planning

ShuffieldLowman is seeking an Associate Attorney with 1–4 years of experience and an LL.M. in Taxation to join our High Net Worth Planning group in our Orlando office.  This is an opportunity to do meaningful and engaging work from day one with a team that is genuinely invested in your growth and success.  In this role, you will be designing complex estate plans, advising on tax strategy, and helping multi-generational families protect and transfer wealth. 

About the Firm

ShuffieldLowman is an AV-rated, full-service law firm with offices in Orlando, Lake Nona, Tavares, DeLand, and Port Orange.  Our Estate Planning and Tax team serves high net worth individuals, families, and business owners across Florida, handling the full range of sophisticated planning matters, from family governance and dynasty trusts to business succession, charitable planning, private trust companies, and family office structures.  Our attorneys are recognized as leaders in the field, regularly presenting to business, professional, and legal groups on advanced planning strategies.

What You’ll Do

  • Work directly with clients to design and implement customized estate, tax, and wealth-transfer plans for high net worth individuals and families

  • Draft and review estate planning documents, including revocable trusts, irrevocable trusts, and other advanced planning structures

  • Apply federal estate, gift, income, and generation-skipping transfer tax principles in real-world planning scenarios

  • Collaborate with senior attorneys on sophisticated matters, including business succession planning, charitable strategies, family office advisory, and private trust company formation

  • Coordinate with clients’ other professional advisors, including CPAs, financial advisors, and insurance professionals

  • Utilize the firm’s proprietary drafting software and legal technology tools to deliver efficient, high quality work product

Why ShuffieldLowman

  • You will participate in a formal mentoring program with structured guidance from experienced attorneys who are committed to developing the next generation of the practice

  • You will have direct client exposure from the start, this is not a back-office document production role

  • Be part of a collegial, team-oriented culture, a firm where people actually enjoy working together

  • Handle sophisticated work that is complex and intellectually challenging to plan for clients with significant wealth

  • Opportunity to grow with the firm and enjoy a long-term career path, not a lateral stepping stone

  • Reasonable billable expectations with a minimum billable hour requirement that starts at 1,700 hours per year

Requirements

  • 1–4 years of experience in advanced estate planning, trusts and estates, tax, or a related practice area

  • LL.M. in Taxation required

  • Florida Bar membership strongly preferred; candidates licensed in other jurisdictions will be considered if willing to sit for the Florida Bar Exam

  • Strong drafting skills and meticulous attention to detail

  • Excellent written and oral communication skills

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and comfort using traditional and AI-assisted legal tools

  • Self-motivated, intellectually curious, and eager to develop expertise in sophisticated planning

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.  Benefits include:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance

  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance

  • Life insurance

  • AFLAC supplemental options

  • 401(k) retirement plan

  • Wellness plan

Work Arrangement

This position is based in our Orlando office.  A substantial in-office presence is required, with some hybrid flexibility available.

If you are an estate planning attorney looking to deepen your expertise, work on sophisticated matters alongside experienced colleagues, and build a lasting career at a respected Central Florida firm, we encourage you to apply.

No phone calls or walk-ins, please.  Please contact Maureen McArdle, Human Resources Manager at mmcardle@shuffieldlowman.com for more details.

Shuffield, Lowman & Wilson, P.A. is an equal opportunity employer.

Guardianship Elder Law Associate

A full-service AV-Rated law firm has immediate need in our Orlando office for a Guardianship Elder Law Associate to focus primarily on complex guardianship planning work for high-net-worth clients. The successful candidate will have 5-10 years of strong guardianship, special needs estate planning experience, Medicaid planning experience, strong communication skills and a professional demeanor. Must have excellent attention to detail, be comfortable interacting with clients, be a team player and have strong ability to multi-task.  

Responsibilities: 

· Managing a caseload from start to finish. 

· Intake and Consultations. 

· Drafting, e-filing, and serving pleadings. 

· Managing clients’ expectations and returning all calls within 24 hours during the week. 

· Court appearances in the Orlando area and throughout Florida, if necessary. 

· Networking and building relationships to grow the business. 

Requirements: 

· Florida bar license. 

· Minimum 5-10 years of Guardianship, Medicaid Planning and/or Estate Planning experience. With focus on special needs planning. 

· Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to follow-through. 

· Exceptional communication skills. 

· Adapt well to change and maintain a positive attitude under stress. 

· Ability to multitask and stay focused on the most important and urgent issues. 

· Thrives in a fast-paced environment. 

· Adherence to our core values. 

· Litigation experience preferred. 

This full-time position offers benefit options, including medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurances, AFLAC supplemental options, a 401(k)-retirement plan and wellness plan. No phone calls or walk-ins will be accepted. 

Please contact Maureen McArdle, Human Resources Manager, mmcardle@shuffieldlowman.com