Remote, Contract-based, California Estate Planning and Probate Attorney Opportunity

Thefreelancefirm; Walnut Creek (CA); Remote; USD 90,921 - 129,494; Part time

Job summary

A national legal service network seeks a California Trust Administration / Estate Planning Attorney for remote, contract-based work. This role involves drafting trust administration documents, assisting with estate planning, and supporting attorney workflows. The position offers flexible hours, approximately 6–10 hours per week, with a pay rate starting at $80/hour. Candidates must be licensed in California and possess strong experience in trust administration and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Licensed attorney in good standing in California.
• Experience in trust administration as a primary focus.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple matters.

Responsibilities

• Draft and organize trust administration documents.
• Assist with execution of trust plans.
• Review legal documents for accuracy and compliance.
• Provide ongoing support on estate planning matters.

Skills

Trust administration

Estate planning

Probate administration

Legal drafting

Organizational skills

Deadline management

Job description

Remote, Contract-based, California Estate Planning and Probate Attorney Opportunity

Walnut Creek, United States | Posted on 04/20/2026

We are a national network of experienced, high-level, freelance attorneys and paralegals who provide remote, on-demand support for both short-term and long-term legal projects for our client law firms.

Due to increased demand, we are now interviewing for a qualified, experienced, and dedicated California Trust Administration / Estate Planning Attorney.

Remote work hours will vary, but are expected to be approximately 6–10 hours per week.

Attorney Responsibilities

• Draft and organize trust administration documents
• Assist with execution of trust plans
• Provide support on estate planning and probate administration matters
• Review legal documents and ensure accuracy and compliance
• Support attorneys with ongoing case management and workflow organization
• Assist with general legal drafting and research as needed

Attorney Requirements

• Licensed and in good standing to practice law in the State of California
• Strong experience in trust administration (primary focus)
• Experience with estate planning and probate administration (secondary)
• Strong drafting and organizational skills
• Ability to manage and support multiple matters efficiently
• Detail-oriented and able to meet deadlines
• Self-starter who can work independently

Pay rate starts at $80/hour.