Mid-Senior Estate Planning Attorney
Jobot
Los Angeles, CA
JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$190,000–$250,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Attorney, Communication Skills, Detail Oriented, Estate Planning, Federal Tax, Fiduciary, High Net Worth, Income Tax, Legal, Loss Prevention, Mentoring, Operational Support, Organizational Skills, Probate, Project Tracking, Strategic Planning, Team Player, Time Management, Trust Law
LOCATION
Los Angeles, CA
POSTED
3 days ago
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Salary: $190,000 - $250,000 per year
A bit about us:
Our client is a highly respected private‑client law practice recognized for its deep experience in sophisticated estate planning, fiduciary administration, and wealth‑transfer strategies. The firm’s attorneys counsel high‑net‑worth individuals, families, and closely held business owners on a wide range of complex matters, often involving multigenerational planning, asset protection, and tax‑sensitive structures.
This firm is known for delivering exceptional, relationship‑driven service and for its collaborative approach to solving clients’ most nuanced estate planning and trust administration challenges. The practice is supported by a seasoned team of attorneys, paralegals, and fiduciary professionals who value precision, discretion, and thoughtful legal craftsmanship.
Why join us?
Joining this firm means stepping into a practice that blends technical excellence with a warm, collegial culture. Attorneys here enjoy:
- High‑level, meaningful work involving advanced estate planning, sophisticated trust structures, and complex probate and trust administration matters.
- A team‑oriented environment where knowledge sharing, mentorship, and professional growth are part of everyday practice.
- Direct client engagement, including opportunities to develop long‑standing relationships with families and fiduciaries.
- Supportive operational infrastructure, including skilled paralegals, administrative staff, and in‑house tax and fiduciary expertise.
- Long‑term career opportunity, with a firm that values stability, integrity, and excellence in private‑client practice.
This role is well‑suited for an attorney who enjoys both the intellectual challenge of sophisticated planning and the human connection of guiding clients through some of life’s most important decisions.
Job Details
Professional Background:
- A J.D. from an accredited law school, along with active and current membership in the California State Bar.
- At least five years of hands‑on experience in core trusts and estates work, including drafting comprehensive estate planning instruments and managing trust and estate administration matters.
- Advanced credentials—such as an LL.M. in Taxation or certification in Estate Planning, Trust & Probate Law—are highly valued.
Technical Expertise:
- Solid command of federal transfer‑tax principles, including estate, gift, and generation‑skipping transfer tax rules.
- Familiarity with fiduciary income tax concepts is advantageous, though not required.
- Demonstrated excellence in drafting, analysis, and the execution of complex planning strategies.
Skills & Work Style:
- Proven ability to independently oversee sophisticated drafting projects while balancing multiple deadlines.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to producing precise, high‑quality work.
- Clear and professional communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and clients.
Additional Considerations:
- Attorneys located outside California/Century City are welcome to apply so long as they are already admitted and in good standing with the California State Bar.
- A portable book of business is not required for this role.
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COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employeesINDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
2018
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