Temporary Associate Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Position: Temporary / Part-Time Attorney – Estate Planning & Probate
Compensation: $50–$55/hour
Location: Camarillo, California

Edsall Law is seeking a California-licensed Attorney to provide maternity leave coverage for a full-time Associate Attorney. This role is responsible for supporting an established caseload focused primarily on estate planning, trust administration, and probate matters. The ideal candidate brings strong legal fundamentals, professionalism, and the ability to step into an active practice with efficiency and care.
This is a temporary opportunity expected to last approximately 4–5 months, with a preferred start date in mid-July or early August 2026. The firm offers a flexible, hybrid work environment with an opportunity for pre-leave training and transition support.

What You’ll Do:

• Manage a caseload focused on estate planning, trust administration, and probate matters
• Draft, review, and revise legal documents including wills, trusts, and related filings
• Meet with clients to gather information, provide updates, and guide them through legal processes
• Communicate with courts, beneficiaries, and other stakeholders as needed
• Maintain organized case files and ensure timely handling of all matters
• Collaborate with internal staff to ensure high-quality client service and workflow efficiency
• Support post-death administration matters, including trust administration and probate proceedings
• Participate in onboarding and transition training with the current attorney prior to leave

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

• Active California Bar license (required)
• Strong legal writing, communication, and client-facing skills
• Ability to manage multiple matters with strong attention to detail and deadlines
• Professionalism, reliability, and a strong work ethic
• Experience in estate planning, probate, or trust administration preferred but not required
• Ability to quickly learn processes and step into an active caseload

Work Environment & Schedule:

• Hybrid work model with a combination of in-office and remote work
• In-office presence required for collaboration and client meetings
• Flexible scheduling options (e.g., 3–4 days per week) based on workload
• 30–40 hours per week expected
• Opportunity for overlap and training prior to the attorney’s leave

What Edsall Law Offers You:

• Flexible schedule within a professional, client-focused environment
• Supportive transition and onboarding process
• Opportunity to gain hands-on experience in estate planning and probate
• Short-term engagement with meaningful, high-impact legal work

Compensation: $50–$55/hour
Compensation will be determined by a number of factors including experience.

About Edsall Law:
Edsall Law is a Camarillo-based firm focused on providing trusted legal services in estate planning, trust administration, and probate. The firm is committed to delivering personalized, high-quality legal support to clients navigating important life and legacy decisions.
For more information, please visit their website:

Please note: We are not accepting phone inquiries regarding the status of applications. Only qualified candidates will be contacted. Additionally, we are not working with agencies or third-party recruiters at this time. Thank you for your understanding.

Edsall Law provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Edsall Law complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment at its location.   

 

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