Estate Planning Attorney

Job Functions

• Draft estate planning documents (wills, trusts, powers of attorney, etc.) and advise clients on estate planning matters.
• Prepare and draft legal documents, pleadings, and litigation-related filings.
• Manage discovery and other litigation support activities.
• Conduct legal research.
• Attend and conduct depositions, mediations, hearings, and trials.
• Negotiate settlements for legal disputes.
• Represent clients in court for probate, estate, and litigation matters.
• Perform administrative and management functions related to the practice of law.

Skills & Requirements

• Member of the California Bar and in good standing.
• 5+ years of experience in Estate Planning, Trust Administration, Probate, and Litigation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (MS Excel, MS Word, and MS Outlook) and Adobe Acrobat.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a professional environment and maintain a professional demeanor in all situations, including the ability to remain calm and efficient during stressful situations.
• Self-sufficient with the ability to work independently.