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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 + 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

Job Details

  • Join a dynamic team of estate planning attorneys
  • 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
  • 6+ 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
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
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