Trusts & Estates Attorney — Hybrid, Growth‑Oriented Role

JKZ LLP; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A law firm in California is seeking an Associate Attorney specializing in Trusts & Estates. The role involves supporting senior attorneys with estate planning, trust formation, and probate proceedings. Candidates should have 1-5 years of experience, be active members of the State Bar of California, and possess strong communication and legal drafting skills. This position offers a collaborative work environment and requires the ability to manage a diverse caseload effectively.

Qualifications

• Must be an active member of the California State Bar.
• 1-5 years of recent experience in trusts & estates.
• Excellent command of English and strong writing abilities.

Responsibilities

• Support Senior Attorneys in trusts and estates.
• Draft and review legal documents such as wills and trusts.
• Manage clients through complex legal procedures.
• Conduct legal research and provide analysis.
• Represent clients in probate court and negotiations.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Legal drafting

Client counseling

Critical thinking

Attention to detail

Education

Active member of the State Bar of California

1-5 years of experience in trusts & estates practice

Tools

NumberCruncher

Law firm client management software

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

A law firm in California is seeking an Associate Attorney specializing in Trusts & Estates. The role involves supporting senior attorneys with estate planning, trust formation, and probate proceedings. Candidates should have 1-5 years of experience, be active members of the State Bar of California, and possess strong communication and legal drafting skills. This position offers a collaborative work environment and requires the ability to manage a diverse caseload effectively.