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Senior Trusts & Estates Attorney

Jobot, Pasadena, California, United States, 91122

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Executive Recruiting Manager | Expert in Legal, Tech, Tax, Finance & Manufacturing Recruiting | 95% Placement Retention | Quality-Focused Advisor Location: Remote (based in Pasadena, CA).

Base pay range $120,000.00/yr - $225,000.00/yr

About the role We are seeking an experienced Attorney to advise high-net-worth clients on estate and gift tax planning, trusts, wills, probate, and wealth planning. The role requires CA Bar admission, PST hours, and strong advanced estate planning skill set.

Responsibilities include drafting wills, revocable/irrevocable trusts, POAs, structuring GRATs, QTIPs, marital trusts, and business succession planning. Collaborate with wealth advisors and CPAs.

Requirements

J.D. and licensed to practice in California, able to work PST hours.

Recent experience in trusts & estates.

Expertise in advanced estate, gift, and tax planning techniques.

Strong background in estate administration and trust litigation support (plus).

Proven ability to manage complex estate plans and high‑net‑worth client needs.

Compensation & Benefits

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.

Full benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k) with match, PTO.

Remote work preference - hybrid or office option available.

About the firm Based in Pasadena, we are the region’s largest and most established law firm with a legacy of over a century delivering high-impact legal solutions. 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.

Why join us? We provide a collaborative culture rooted in integrity, thoroughness, and common-sense solutions. We pride ourselves on being long-term legal advisors — partnering with clients through every chapter of their success.

Employment type Full-time

Seniority level Not Applicable

Job function Legal

Industry Legal Services, Law Practice, and Government Administration

Equal Opportunity Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, military status, and genetic information.

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