Attorney - Trusts, Estates & Probate

Job Description

Job Description

Trusts, Estates & Probate Attorney

Location : Newport Beach, CA

Compensation : $120,000–$150,000 DOE

SIGNING Bonus and PERFORMANCE Bonus eligible

Build your future with a firm that’s deeply rooted in purpose and client care. The Law Office of Susan A. Katzen is a respected and growing boutique firm in Newport Beach, CA, focused exclusively on Estate Planning, Special Needs Planning, Trust Administration, Probate, and Conservatorships. We’re looking for a dedicated Associate Attorney with 3+ years of experience who is eager to deepen their expertise and grow alongside a collaborative, client-centered team.

This is a full-time, long-term opportunity for an attorney who wants to make a meaningful impact while developing a fulfilling career in a supportive, mentorship-driven environment.

Responsibilities :

• Draft, review, and edit legal documents including Accounting Petitions, Petitions for Instructions, and Conservatorship Petitions
• Oversee Trust Administration, Probate, and Conservatorship matters from start to finish
• Consult with clients and design Revocable Living Trusts and Special Needs Trusts
• Respond to Probate Notes and Tentative Rulings by preparing Supplements as needed
• Conduct client consultations and maintain clear, empathetic communication
• Supervise and delegate to paralegals, legal assistants, and law clerks
• Represent clients in court hearings
• Coordinate with billing to ensure timely and accurate invoicing

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Benefits

About the Firm

At the Law Office of Susan A. Katzen, we are a dedicated Trusts and Estates firm committed to guiding clients through life’s most personal legal decisions. From special needs planning to settlement planning, our goal is to protect the people and the things that matter most to our clients. We do not handle litigation, allowing us to focus on building thoughtful, compassionate solutions that bring clarity and peace of mind.

How to Apply

If this opportunity resonates with you, we’d love to hear your story. Please send your resume and a cover letter describing why this role and our mission align with your professional goals.

We will personally contact candidates whose experience best fits the position and our firm’s culture.

Kindly, no direct inquiries or agency submissions. Thank you for your understanding.