Estate Planning Attorney

About the Role
An estate planning firm in the Los Angeles area is hiring an associate attorney with 1–5+ years of practice. The firm welcomes attorneys coming from family law, real estate, immigration, litigation, or another area who have held one or two prior legal roles and have supervised staff or carried real caseload responsibility.

The firm is dedicated to serving underserved communities and helping families who have historically been left out of the planning process protect their homes, assets and futures. It's a close-knit team of two attorneys, three paralegals, and an office manager. This is not a typical associate role. Within two years, the right attorney will share in firm profits and revenue, with a clear path toward running the practice if desired.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and related estate planning matters
• Supervise and mentor a team of three paralegals
• Build community relationships through workshops, outreach events, and local partnerships
• Support business development and client acquisition
• Take on increasing responsibility for firm operations as the leadership transition progresses

Qualifications

• Active license and good standing with the State Bar of California
• 1–5+ years of legal practice in any area
• Prior experience supervising staff or managing a substantial caseload
• Entrepreneurial mindset with an interest in long-term practice ownership
• Demonstrated commitment to community advocacy and service
• Ability to work a demanding schedule, including 9–10 hour days and occasional weekends
• Ability to work fully in person at the Inglewood office

Preferred Qualifications

• Fluency in English and Spanish. Candidates committed to learning Spanish will also be considered.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary of $100,000–$150,000, depending on experience
• Fee splitting on originated matters
• Profit sharing and revenue sharing after two years
• 100% employer-paid medical
• Paid time off and vacation
• Cash balance retirement plan