Associate Attorney - Estate Planning & Trusts (Mentorship)

The Los Angeles County Bar Association - LACBA; Inglewood (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship from senior attorney

Early client responsibility

Competitive compensation with defined

advancement criteria

Firm culture focused on integrity and

community service

Job summary

Collins Law Group in Los Angeles is seeking an associate attorney to learn and grow in estate planning, trust administration, and elder law. You will engage with clients from day one, draft instruments under supervision, and support complex planning matters in a collaborative setting.

The role offers mentorship from a seasoned estate planning attorney, early client responsibilities, and a clear path for advancement within a boutique firm that values integrity and service to communities.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an ABA-accredited law school.
• California Bar admission or eligibility required.
• Strong legal research and writing skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Draft wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives under attorney supervision.
• Support trust administration and business planning matters, including court filings and deadlines.
• Conduct legal research on estate, tax, contract, real estate, business, Medi‑Cal, and elder law issues.
• Participate in client intake meetings and prepare client-ready portfolios.
• Assist with firm educational seminars and community outreach.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Bilingual

Education

ABA-accredited law school

California Bar admission or eligibility

Job description

Collins Law Group in Los Angeles is seeking an associate attorney to learn and grow in estate planning, trust administration, and elder law. You will engage with clients from day one, draft instruments under supervision, and support complex planning matters in a collaborative setting.

The role offers mentorship from a seasoned estate planning attorney, early client responsibilities, and a clear path for advancement within a boutique firm that values integrity and service to communities.