Estate Planning Associate Attorney

2-8 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm in San Francisco, CA, is seeking an Estate Planning Associate Attorney with a focus on general Trust Administration, Estate Planning, Conservatorships, and Court Supervised matters. The ideal candidate will have a compassionate approach to providing legal guidance to clients during challenging situations and possess strong drafting skills with meticulous attention to detail.

Duties:

• Handle general Trust Administration, Estate Planning, Conservatorships, and Court Supervised matters.
• Draft legal documents, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and conservatorship petitions, with great attention to detail.
• Work independently and collaboratively with the support team to ensure efficient and organized work processes.
• Maintain a work/life balance with a manageable annual billable hour requirement of 1,400 hours.
• Provide compassionate and empathetic guidance to clients, particularly during difficult circumstances.
• Attend conferences and participate in ongoing training and mentoring programs to enhance professional development.
• Preference for experience with both Court and Non-Court Supervised Trust Administration, and Conservatorships.
• Admitted to the California State Bar and in good standing.

Requirements:

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Ideally, 3+ years of experience practicing estate planning and probate law.
• Strong drafting skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Exceptional work ethic and a drive to excel in providing legal services.
• Familiarity with billable hour requirements and ability to manage time effectively.

Benefits Offered:

• Competitive salary.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive work environment with opportunities for growth and advancement.

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