Trust & Estate Attorney
The Los Angeles County Bar Association - LACBA, San Mateo, CA, United States
Job Title
Associate Attorney – Estate Planning & Trust/Probate Administration
Location
San Mateo, CA | Hybrid
Job Description
Our law firm client, a well-established small to mid‑sized Peninsula law firm, is looking for a motivated and experienced Associate Attorney to join their team full‑time. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in estate planning and trust/probate administration, strong analytical and drafting skills, and a client‑focused approach. This role offers the opportunity to manage cases independently while working closely with partners and colleagues to deliver exceptional service.
Responsibilities
Consult with clients to understand their estate planning objectives
Prepare and draft all estate planning documents from start to finish
Oversee and manage trust and probate administration matters
Keep clients informed of case progress and next steps
Work collaboratively with partners, senior attorneys, and staff
Represent clients in Court, mediations, arbitrations, and depositions as required
Qualifications
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
Active license to practice law in California
Minimum of 5 years of experience in estate planning practice
Experience with trust and probate litigation a plus
Excellent analytical, writing, and communication skills
Strong ability to manage multiple priorities independently
Salary and Other Compensation
The annual salary for this position is between
$140,000 – $200,000 annually . Factors which may affect pay within this range include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
Benefits
The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Paid time off (details TBD)
Paid sick and safe time (details TBD)
Paid vacation time (details TBD)
Paid parental leave (details TBD)Paid holidays annually (details TBD)
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Associate Attorney – Estate Planning & Trust/Probate Administration
Location
San Mateo, CA | Hybrid
Job Description
Our law firm client, a well-established small to mid‑sized Peninsula law firm, is looking for a motivated and experienced Associate Attorney to join their team full‑time. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in estate planning and trust/probate administration, strong analytical and drafting skills, and a client‑focused approach. This role offers the opportunity to manage cases independently while working closely with partners and colleagues to deliver exceptional service.
Responsibilities
Consult with clients to understand their estate planning objectives
Prepare and draft all estate planning documents from start to finish
Oversee and manage trust and probate administration matters
Keep clients informed of case progress and next steps
Work collaboratively with partners, senior attorneys, and staff
Represent clients in Court, mediations, arbitrations, and depositions as required
Qualifications
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
Active license to practice law in California
Minimum of 5 years of experience in estate planning practice
Experience with trust and probate litigation a plus
Excellent analytical, writing, and communication skills
Strong ability to manage multiple priorities independently
Salary and Other Compensation
The annual salary for this position is between
$140,000 – $200,000 annually . Factors which may affect pay within this range include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
Benefits
The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Paid time off (details TBD)
Paid sick and safe time (details TBD)
Paid vacation time (details TBD)
Paid parental leave (details TBD)Paid holidays annually (details TBD)
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