Senior Trusts & Estates Attorney
- $120,000 - $225,000
- Pasadena, CA
- Remote
REMOTE - Award-Winning Mid-Sized Firm! Need CA Bar Admission and PST Hours!
A bit about us:
Based in Pasadena, we are the region’s largest and most established law firm, with a legacy of over a century of delivering high-impact legal solutions across generations. With nearly a thousand years of combined attorney experience and 40+ attorneys firmwide, we are a leader in strategic legal counsel for families, businesses, developers, municipalities, and high-net-worth individuals. Our roots in estate planning, real estate, business law, and public agency representation—particularly in water law—have evolved into a dynamic platform built on innovation, collaboration, and integrity. We combine deep experience with practical innovation, offering clear, thoughtful guidance to help clients thrive in a complex world. Our culture is rooted in integrity, thoroughness, and common-sense solutions. We pride ourselves on being long-term legal advisors—not just transactional attorneys—partnering with clients through every chapter of their success.
Why join us?
- Competitive salary up to $225k (DOE) + structured, performance-based bonuses
- 20% bonus at 1,600 billable hours (paid quarterly at 5% per 400 hours)
- Additional $20K for reaching 1,800 hours, plus further bonuses at 2,000 hours
- Quarterly bonus cadence offers more flexibility than typical annual models
- Full benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k) with match, and PTO
- Work Remote if you prefer - Hybrid or on-site is also an option
Job Details
- We have two roles open: 1 that is open to lead and develop a small team of associates, and develop into a greater leadership role and 2 - an individual contributing Senior T&E Associate Attorney
- Advise high-net-worth clients on sophisticated estate and gift tax planning strategies
- Draft, review, and implement estate planning documents, including revocable and irrevocable trusts, wills, and powers of attorney
- Handle trust administration and probate matters from start to finish
- Structure and advise on complex trust arrangements including marital deduction trusts, QTIPs, disclaimers, GRATs, and others
- Provide guidance on real property trust transfers and documentation
- Support clients with business formation and succession planning
- Work closely with financial advisors and other professionals to execute holistic wealth strategies
Looking For:
- J.D. and licensed to practice in California, able to work PST hours
- 7+ years of experience, with a focus on trusts & estates
- Experience with advanced estate, gift, and tax planning techniques
- Strong background in estate administration and trust litigation support is a plus
- Proven ability to manage complex estate plans and high-net-worth client needs
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