Posted 01/13/2026
Job Number: 15264

Trust and Estate Admin Attorney

Walnut Creek, CA Onsite

Industry:  Legal Services

Job Category: Legal

Job Type:  Direct Hire

Salary:  $140,000 - $160,000/Annually

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Job Description

This is a rare opportunity to help build the future of a fast-growing trust and estate practice inside one of the Bay Area’s most respected boutique firms. A distinguished Bay Area trust, estate, and probate law firm is hiring a Trust and Estate Admin Attorney to primarily support the Partner in expanding their trust and estate administration department while also assisting on litigation matters as needed. This role blends heavy drafting, case strategy, and client-focused problem solving, giving you the chance to grow a book, sharpen your litigation skills, and become a long-term cornerstone of the firm. They are looking for a reliable, kind, and litigation-capable California attorney who wants stability, growth, and a real path to partnership.

This is the role for an attorney who wants more than a job. If you want to work in a kind, collaborative firm where your work matters, your hours are respected, and your career can grow into a partnership, this firm is where you plant roots and build something meaningful. Apply now!

Salary Range: $140,000 – $160,000 / Year DOE

Benefits:

  • Discretionary year-end bonus
  • 20% of billables above 1,600 hours
  • 401(k) with Safe Harbor contribution
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance 100% covered for employees
  • 2 weeks of vacation +7-8 paid holidays + 40 hours of paid sick leave
  • Flexible hours between 8:30 am and 5:30 pm
  • Yearly reviews and raises, typically 5% or more
  • Real path to Partnership for high performers

Trust and Estate Admin Attorney Responsibilities:

  • Supporting the partner in trust and estate administration matters
  • Draft pleadings, petitions, motions, trust and probate administration documents
  • Assist with trust and probate litigation matters as needed
  • Conduct depositions and support discovery and case strategy
  • Perform legal research using Fastcase and other tools
  • Manage files, billing, and case workflow through Clio and OneDrive
  • Collaborate with attorneys and legal support staff to move matters forward efficiently
  • Maintain consistent communication with the legal team on deadlines and case progress
  • Contribute to the development and growth of the firm’s trust and estate administration practice

Trust and Estate Admin Attorney Requirements:

  • Active California Bar license
  • 2-10+ years of attorney experience
  • Some general civil litigation experience
  • Deposition experience
  • Background in trust & estate, estate planning, civil litigation, business, real estate, employment, personal injury or similar transferable practice areas
  • Experience working in a law firm environment with billable hours
  • Professional, reliable, and respectful demeanor
  • Comfortable working in a dog-friendly office

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