Senior Trusts & Estates Attorney - Client-Focused Counsel

We Are Legal Revolution; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

We Are Legal Revolution is seeking a senior-level Trusts and Estates attorney for a confidential California private client practice. The role focuses on drafting and advising, with independent matter management and day-to-day client contact.

The ideal candidate will handle core estate planning, advise on administration, and collaborate to deliver precise documents and timely results. In-office work 4 days a week is expected.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Active California bar admission in good standing.
• Senior-level trusts & estates experience appropriate for the role (up to 9 years).
• Strong drafting, issue-spotting, and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft and implement core estate planning documents, including trusts and wills.
• Advise clients on trust and estate administration and manage matters from intake to completion.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure accurate documentation and timely delivery of work product.
• Maintain high-quality written work and clear client communications.

Skills

Drafting

Issue spotting

Client communication

Independent matter management

Private client counseling

Education

Juris Doctor (ABA-accredited)

California bar admission in good standing

Job description

We Are Legal Revolution is seeking a senior-level Trusts and Estates attorney for a confidential California private client practice. The role focuses on drafting and advising, with independent matter management and day-to-day client contact.

The ideal candidate will handle core estate planning, advise on administration, and collaborate to deliver precise documents and timely results. In-office work 4 days a week is expected.