Estate Planning Attorney — CA

MERIT Beauty; California (MO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

MERIT Beauty is looking for an experienced Estate Planning Attorney to join our team in California. The role involves drafting and reviewing essential estate planning documents, advising clients, and collaborating with internal teams to streamline workflows.

We welcome candidates with over 5 years of estate planning experience and an active membership in the California Bar. Full-time, part-time, or contract positions are available for the right individuals.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years of estate planning experience in California.
• Desire to work in a start-up law firm environment.
• Active membership in the California Bar with a clean disciplinary record.

Responsibilities

• Draft and review estate planning documents including trusts and wills.
• Advise clients and translate their goals into actionable plans.
• Collaborate with client services and operations teams to enhance workflows.

Skills

Estate planning experience

Client advisory skills

Document drafting

Efficient process improvement

Education

Active CA Bar membership

Job description

About Us

ElmTree Law (elmtree.law) is a new‑age estate planning law firm making trusts and wills simple, transparent, and accessible. Built by one of the founders of LegalZoom, with flat‑fee pricing and modern tech, we help California families protect their assets and avoid probate.

Role

We’re seeking an experienced Estate Planning Attorney to join our growing team. You’ll handle client consultations, draft and review trusts, wills, powers of attorney, and related documents, and help shape efficient, tech‑driven workflows. We’re open to full‑time, part‑time, or contract roles for candidates that fit our ethos.

What You’ll Do

• Draft and review estate planning documents (trusts, wills, POAs, directives)
• Advise clients and translate their goals into clear, effective plans
• Collaborate with our client services and operations teams to improve processes

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years of estate planning experience in California
• Someone who wants to practice in a start‑up environment
• Active CA Bar membership with no disciplinary history