Associate Attorney needed for Stockton office

BCG Attorney Search; California; On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm in Stockton, CA is looking for an experienced Associate Attorney to focus on sophisticated transactional matters, including estate planning and real estate. The role requires strong legal drafting skills and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience. Join a small firm environment where you will work with high-net-worth clients and handle complex legal issues.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in trust and estate disputes or real estate litigation.
• Strong knowledge of estate planning and commercial transactions law.

Responsibilities

• Draft legal documents including wills, trusts, and contracts.
• Provide legal counsel on estate planning and real estate transactions.
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

Skills

Legal Drafting

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Associate Attorney needed for Stockton office

Company name
BCG Attorney Search

Experience
3-20 yrs required

Location
Stockton, CA, United States

Posted on
Mar 24, 2025

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Job Overview

A reputable law firm in Stockton, CA is seeking an experienced Associate Attorney to transition from civil litigation to transactional law. The role involves working with high-net-worth clients on estate planning, real estate, commercial transactions, and tax law. Occasional involvement in trust disputes may be required, but the primary focus will be on handling sophisticated transactional matters.

Location

Stockton, CA

Duties

Draft legal documents including wills, trusts, partnership agreements, operating agreements for LLCs, purchase and sale agreements, leases, and other contracts

Prepare complex estate planning documents and assist with trust administration matters

Provide legal counsel on estate planning, business structures, and real estate transactions

Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations

Collaborate with colleagues on complex cases and participate in team discussions

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of experience in trust and estate disputes, business disputes, or real estate-related litigation

Strong knowledge of estate planning, corporate, partnership, real estate, or commercial transactions law

Excellent legal research and writing skills

Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a small firm environment

Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school

Certifications

Admission to the California State Bar with a valid license to practice law

Skills

Strong legal drafting and negotiation abilities

Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Attention to detail and high level of accuracy

Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines

Opportunity to work on complex, high-value legal matters

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