FULL TIME Attorney with Estate Planning and Probate experience

Stone & Sallus LLP; California (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Stone & Sallus LLP is seeking an experienced attorney in California focusing on Estate Planning, Trust Administration, and Probate. The role supports managing partners and collaborates with support staff in a professional, client-focused environment.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in the listed practice areas, strong written and oral communication, and the ability to work independently while maintaining a high standard of professional conduct.

Qualifications

• California Bar member in good standing.
• 5+ years’ experience in Estate Planning, Trust Administration, and Probate.
• Proficiency in MS Office and Adobe Acrobat.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a professional environment and maintain a professional demeanor in all situations, including staying calm under stress.
• Self-sufficient and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Draft estate planning documents (wills, trusts, power of attorney, etc.) and advise clients on estate planning matters.
• Prepare and draft legal documents and pleadings.
• Work on discovery.
• Conduct research.
• Attend and conduct Depositions and Mediations through Trial.
• Negotiate settlements for legal disputes.
• Represent clients in court.
• Perform administrative and management functions related to the practice of law.

Skills

Estate Planning

Trust Administration

Probate

Communication

Analytical Thinking

Professional Demeanor

Independent Working

Tools

MS Office

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Job Description

Our Firm specializes in Business, Real Estate and Estate Planning. We have great clients, are a collaborative firm, and have been serving the Los Angeles/South Bay community by helping to prevent and resolve disputes.

We are a growing and unique firm with a team approach looking for someone who is hard working, committed to clients, practices with integrity, has a desire to be a part of a growing firm and work in a professional environment.

This is an Attorney position with a primary focus on Estate Planning, Trust Administration, and Probate but will also assist in other areas of law as needed. This will require acting as a supporting role to the managing partners, be a team player, and work with support staff.

Job Functions Include:

• Draft estate planning documents (wills, trusts, power of attorney, etc.) and advise clients on estate planning matters
• Prepare and draft legal documents and pleadings
• Work on discovery
• Conduct research
• Attend and conduct Depositions and Mediations through Trial
• Negotiate settlements for legal disputes
• Represent clients in court
• Perform administrative and management functions related to the practice of law

Skills & Requirements Include:

• Member of the California Bar and in good standing
• 5+ years’ experience in Estate Planning, Trust Administration, and Probate
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (MS Excel, MS Word, and MS Outlook) and Adobe Acrobat required.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a professional environment and maintain a professional demeanor in all situations, including the ability to remain calm and efficient during stressful situations
• Self-sufficient and work independently'