Estate Planning / Business Transactions Attorney

Job Overview

A well-established, nationally recognized boutique law firm in Sacramento is seeking an Associate Attorney with a strong interest in estate planning and business transactions. This position is ideal for a junior attorney looking for a more collaborative, professionally nurturing environment with meaningful client interaction and mentorship. The firm is known for delivering creative and personalized legal solutions in tax planning, estate planning, and business transactions.

Location

• Sacramento, California

Duties

• Draft and design estate plans

• Assist with business transactions and entity formation

• Conduct legal research and analysis in tax, estate, and business law

• Interact directly with clients to assess needs and offer solutions

• Collaborate with a team of attorneys on trust administration and probate matters

• Contribute to the firm's ongoing relationships with multi-generational clients

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in a law office setting

• Interest in developing expertise in estate planning and business transactions

• Commitment to working in a small firm environment without micromanagement

• Enthusiastic about long-term growth and becoming a Certified Specialist

Education

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

Certifications

• Active member of the California Bar in good standing

Skills

• Strong written and oral communication skills

• Legal research and drafting proficiency

• Client-focused with problem-solving aptitude

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

• Highly organized and able to manage multiple tasks independently

• Experience with estate planning, trust and probate, or business transactions a plus

• Prior paralegal or legal assistant experience a plus

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience

• Annual performance-based bonus

• Commission opportunities for bringing in new clients

• 401(k) plan

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

• Paid time off

• Support for certification as a legal specialist

This California-based law firm is known for its services related to taxation, business, and estate planning & administration. They are also known to succeed in their legal practice by avoiding litigation and going for out-of-court settlements when possible. Their areas of concentration and specialization include tax law, probate law, trust litigation & administration, protection of assets, business litigation & transactions, corporate law, commercial transactions, real estate law, tax planning & controversy, pre-marital agreements, elder law, commercial leases, and corporate terminations. All the members of this firm are able to assist by using advanced techniques for cases involving business and estate planning. They also assist clients with wills & trusts.