Associate Attorney needed for Stockton office

Job Overview

A reputable law firm in Stockton, CA is seeking an experienced Associate Attorney to transition from civil litigation to transactional law. The role involves working with high-net-worth clients on estate planning, real estate, commercial transactions, and tax law. Occasional involvement in trust disputes may be required, but the primary focus will be on handling sophisticated transactional matters.

Location

• Stockton, CA

Duties

• Draft legal documents including wills, trusts, partnership agreements, operating agreements for LLCs, purchase and sale agreements, leases, and other contracts

• Prepare complex estate planning documents and assist with trust administration matters

• Provide legal counsel on estate planning, business structures, and real estate transactions

• Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations

• Collaborate with colleagues on complex cases and participate in team discussions

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in trust and estate disputes, business disputes, or real estate-related litigation

• Strong knowledge of estate planning, corporate, partnership, real estate, or commercial transactions law

• Excellent legal research and writing skills

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a small firm environment

• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school

Certifications

• Admission to the California State Bar with a valid license to practice law

Skills

• Strong legal drafting and negotiation abilities

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills

• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on complex, high-value legal matters

This law firm was recently founded to provide sound legal counsel to their clients. Their areas of practice include property taxation, government and legislative advocacy, wealth preservation planning, and real estate law. The firm is located in California.