Trust and Estates Attorney

Job Overview
A law firm seeks a Trust and Estates Attorney in Salinas, CA. The role involves providing expert legal advice in estate planning, fostering long-term client relationships, and delivering high-quality legal services.

Duties

• Advise clients on comprehensive estate planning strategies.
• Draft wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives.
• Counsel on trust administration, asset protection, and tax-efficient planning.
• Collaborate on complex planning matters.
• Handle or assist with probate and trust litigation matters.
• Maintain and grow client relationships.
• Transition or build a book of business.

Requirements

• Active California Bar license.
• 3+ years of estate planning experience preferred.
• Existing book of business a strong plus.
• Strong drafting, analytical, and communication skills.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• California Bar license.

Skills

• Excellent drafting and analytical skills.
• Strong communication abilities.

Benefits

• Hybrid work option considered after introductory period.

Specializing in providing full legal services, this firm has over 30 professional attorneys and paralegals as staff members. The company ensures that each client receives unique and professional service in legal subjects from agribusiness and food safety to intellectual property and real estate. Professionals of this firm handle courtroom litigation, mediation, or arbitration to protect their clients' interests to the fullest extent. Six offices located between two major cities in California helps build a very diverse client base.,