Estate Planning Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Estate Planning Attorney in Auburn, California. The attorney will meet with clients to analyze estates and prepare appropriate plans, ensuring legal documents are drafted to meet client needs. The role requires working primarily in the Auburn office, with occasional travel to the Sacramento office.

Duties

• Consult with prospective clients and gather necessary information for planning recommendations.
• Review and update estate plans for current and former clients.
• Quote fees and manage client engagement processes.
• Draft and review estate plans to ensure they meet client needs and wishes.
• Conduct client reviews, explaining plans and addressing concerns.
• Refer clients to affiliated financial advisors when appropriate.
• Respond to client communications and maintain detailed meeting notes.
• Participate in regular attorney and department meetings.

Requirements

• Licensed attorney by California State Bar.
• State Bar Certified Specialist in Trust, Wills & Probate preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in Estate Planning.
• Knowledge of income, gift, and estate tax laws.
• Notary Public certification preferred.

Education

• Juris Doctor degree.

Certifications

• California State Bar license.
• State Bar Certified Specialist in Trust, Wills & Probate preferred.

Skills

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and planning abilities.
• Proficiency in time management and computer literacy.
• Interpersonal and supervisory skills.

Benefits

• Not specified.

This California firm focuses on living trust matters and estate planning, in addition to trust administration, legacy care, and elder law. The firm has been making a name for itself since 2005, and now has 13 offices across Northern and Southern California. If you would like to be part of a growing presence in the Golden State, this firm is one to check out.