Estate Planning And Probate attorney

Job Overview

A well-established law firm is seeking an experienced attorney to join its Transactions Department, focusing on estate planning and probate matters. This role is suited for candidates with at least three years of experience handling wills, trusts, probate administration, trust disputes, and related transactional matters. The position offers a dynamic environment to contribute to a broad array of personal and business planning matters in a collaborative legal setting.

Location

• Fresno, CA

Duties

• Draft estate planning documents, including wills and trusts

• Handle probate administration and trust administration matters

• Advise clients on estate, gift, and generation-skipping transfer tax strategies

• Represent clients in probate and trust-related disputes

• Assist with entity formation and maintenance

• Review and prepare contracts related to estate and business planning

• Collaborate with other attorneys on complex planning and dispute matters

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in estate planning and probate law

• Proficiency in preparing foundational estate planning documents

• Familiarity with California probate procedures and laws

• Experience in probate and trust litigation preferred but not required

• Strong client communication and counseling skills

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited U.S. law school

Certifications

• Active member in good standing with the State Bar of California

Skills

• Strong drafting and analytical abilities

• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills

• Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines effectively

• Skilled in both transactional work and dispute resolution

• Collaborative team player with professional demeanor

• Experience advising high-net-worth individuals is a plus

Benefits

• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) retirement plan participation

• Paid time off, including vacation and holidays

• Continuing legal education (CLE) and professional development opportunities

• Performance-based bonus potential

Offering a full range of services including agriculture, banking and finance, business transactions, construction law, real estate, intellectual property, environmental, and litigation, this firm has prospered throughout California and internationally. By providing creative cost-effective service, this law firm has been awarded numerous recognitions such as Top Law Firm, Go-To Law Firms, and many others. This boutique law firm is known for highly experienced professional, administrative, and support staff who are committed to meeting the needs of clients. The attorneys come from a variety of experiences and law schools. The firm hires attorneys who have achievements in professional careers and are committed to pro bono service and support causes throughout California.