Trusts & Estates Associate Attorney

Orion Placement; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Orion Placement in Los Angeles, CA, is seeking a California-licensed estate planning attorney to draft and administer wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and directives. You will guide clients through trust and estate administration while collaborating with a seasoned legal team.

Requirements include a Juris Doctor and active CA Bar, with 2+ years in estate planning. Probate or high-net-worth experience is a plus. A hybrid work arrangement and strong benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• JD required with active California Bar membership.
• 2+ years of estate planning experience including trust or estate administration.
• Strong drafting, research, communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage matters independently while collaborating with a team.
• Probate administration and high-net-worth estate planning experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Draft and review wills, revocable and irrevocable trusts, powers of attorney, healthcare directives, and other estate planning documents.
• Guide clients and fiduciaries through trust and estate administration matters from beginning to completion.
• Assist with wealth transfer strategies, asset protection, charitable planning, and business succession planning.
• Research complex estate planning and probate issues while developing practical solutions.
• Build trusted client relationships and collaborate with experienced attorneys and legal professionals.

Skills

Estate planning drafting

Legal research

Client communication

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Active California Bar

2+ years estate planning experience

Job description

Pay: $150,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Build a rewarding legal career helping individuals and families protect their assets, preserve wealth, and plan for the future.
• Work on sophisticated estate planning and trust administration matters with meaningful client interaction.
• Enjoy a hybrid schedule that offers flexibility while keeping you connected to a collaborative legal team.
• Gain valuable experience, professional growth opportunities, and the chance to take real ownership of your work.
• Receive excellent benefits, competitive compensation, and discretionary bonus opportunities.

Location

Los Angeles (Westwood), CA | Hybrid

Enjoy the best of both worlds with 4 days in our Westwood office and 1 day working remotely each week. We are looking for someone based in the Los Angeles area who enjoys working closely with colleagues and clients.

Note

Candidates must have an active California Bar license, 2+ years of estate planning experience, and hands-on trust or estate administration experience. Probate and high-net-worth client experience are welcome but not required.

About Us

Confidential Employer.

We are an established, full-service law firm committed to providing thoughtful, personalized legal counsel. Our Trusts & Estates team helps clients navigate important financial and family decisions. We believe in collaboration, professional development, and giving talented attorneys the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Job Description

• Draft and review wills, revocable and irrevocable trusts, powers of attorney, healthcare directives, and other estate planning documents.
• Guide clients and fiduciaries through trust and estate administration matters from beginning to completion.
• Assist with wealth transfer strategies, asset protection, charitable planning, and business succession planning.
• Research complex estate planning and probate issues while developing practical solutions.
• Build trusted client relationships and collaborate with experienced attorneys and legal professionals.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree and active California Bar membership.
• 2+ years of experience in estate planning, including trust or estate administration.
• Strong legal drafting, research, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage matters independently while collaborating with a team.
• Probate administration and high-net-worth estate planning experience are a plus.

Why You Will Love Working Here

Join a supportive team where your work matters and your professional development is valued. We offer a hybrid schedule, opportunities to work directly with clients, and exposure to sophisticated trusts and estates matters.

Our compensation starts at $150,000+ annually, based on experience, with discretionary bonus opportunities. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with matching, paid time off, paid holidays, wellness programs, and additional employee benefits, subject to eligibility.

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Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance