Senior Trusts & Estates Attorney

Jobot; Ventura (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonuses

Full benefits including medical and 401(k)

Remote work options

Job summary

A top law firm in California seeks an experienced attorney with a focus on estate planning. Responsibilities include advising high-net-worth clients, drafting legal documents, and managing complex estate plans. This role offers a competitive salary of $120,000 to $225,000, performance-based bonuses, and full benefits, including medical and 401(k) matching. Work remotely or hybrid—your choice. Ideal candidates are J.D.s licensed in California with trusts and estates experience.

Qualifications

• J.D. and licensed to practice in California.
• Recent trusts & estates experience.
• Experience with advanced estate, gift, and tax planning techniques.

Responsibilities

• Advise HNW clients on estate/gift tax planning.
• Draft wills, revocable/irrevocable trusts, POAs.
• Handle trust and probate matters.

Skills

Trusts & estates experience

Advanced estate planning techniques

Strong background in estate administration

Ability to manage complex estate plans

Education

J.D. and licensed to practice in California

Job description

Job Details

Salary: $120,000 - $225,000 per year

REMOTE - Award-Winning Mid-Sized Firm! Need CA Bar Admission and PST Hours!

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A bit about us

Headquarted in Southern California, we are the region’s largest and most established law firm, with a legacy of over a century of delivering high-impact legal solutions across generations. With nearly a thousand years of combined attorney experience and 40+ attorneys firmwide, we are a leader in strategic legal counsel for families, businesses, developers, municipalities, and high-net-worth individuals. Our roots in estate planning, real estate, business law, and public agency representation—particularly in water law—have evolved into a dynamic platform built on innovation, collaboration, and integrity. We combine deep experience with practical innovation, offering clear, thoughtful guidance to help clients thrive in a complex world. Our culture is rooted in integrity, thoroughness, and common-sense solutions. We pride ourselves on being long-term legal advisors—not just transactional attorneys—partnering with clients through every chapter of their success.

Why join us?

• Competitive salary up to $225k (DOE) + structured, performance-based bonuses
• 20% bonus at 1,600 billable hours (paid quarterly at 5% per 400 hours)
• Additional $20K for reaching 1,800 hours, plus further bonuses at 2,000 hours
• Quarterly bonus cadence offers more flexibility than typical annual models
• Full benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k) with match, and PTO
• Work Remote if you prefer - Hybrid or on-site is also an option

Job Details

• Advise HNW clients on estate/gift tax planning
• Draft wills, revocable/irrevocable trusts, POAs
• Handle trust and probate matters
• Structure GRATs, QTIPs, marital trusts, etc.
• Support business succession planning
• Collaborate with wealth advisors and CPAs

Looking For

• J.D. and licensed to practice in California, able to work PST hours
• Recent trusts & estates experience
• Experience with advanced estate, gift, and tax planning techniques
• Strong background in estate administration and trust litigation support is a plus
• Proven ability to manage complex estate plans and high-net-worth client needs

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