Senior Associate Attorney or Senior Counsel – Trusts & Estates (Remote)

Job Title:Senior Associate Attorney, Trusts & Estates ORSenior Counsel, Trusts & EstatesLocation: RemoteBillables: 1,800+ hours/year targetBaseSalary: $150,000 – $190,000+ DOETotalCompensation Potential: $200,000 – $250,000+ with billable hour bonuses and performance incentivesWhatThis Firm DoesThis team serves high-net-worth individuals, families, and closely held business owners with sophisticated estate planning and post-death administration. The practice spans advanced transfer tax planning, trust and probate administration, fiduciary counseling, charitable planning, and business succession strategies.Attorneys here blend technical depth with practical, client-first execution. WhyThis Role Stands OutYou’ll step into meaningful responsibility on day one: take work directly from a Partner, lead and develop a small team of 2–5 Associates, and grow into broader leadership. The firm rewards ownership, clear communication, and consistent delivery. You’ll get real client contact, autonomy with support, and a visible path to greater influence in the practice. What You’ll Do• Handle complex estate plans and wealth-transfer strategies (GRATs, IDGTs, ILITs, CRTs, FLPs/LLCs)• Lead trust and probate administrations from intake through closing, including fiduciary guidance and risk management• Draft and review advanced planning instruments, transfer documents, and related tax filings• Oversee and mentor a small team of Associates; delegate work, review output, and develop talent• Manage post-death administration tasks: marshaling assets, trust funding, disclaimers, accountings, and distributions• Interface directly with clients, advisors, and fiduciaries; translate technical issues into practical solutions• Coordinate with tax professionals on estate, gift, and fiduciary returns (Forms 706, 709, 1041, 541)• Contribute to business development, visibility, and practice growth initiativesWhat You Need• JD from an accredited law school; active California Bar in good standing• 10+ years of Trusts & Estates experience with significant first-chair trust administration and advanced planning• Proven ability to receive work directly from a Partner and consistently hit 1,800+ billable hours/year• Track record supervising and developing 2–5 Associates or a comparable team• Mastery of core T&E documents and advanced techniques; strong drafting, judgment, and client management skills• Hands-on experience with estate, gift, and fiduciary tax concepts and filings (706/709/1041/541)• High integrity, ownership mindset, and clear, direct communication with clients and colleagues• Business development aptitude a plus (speaking, writing, referral cultivation, or client origination)Work ModelFullyRemote — collaborate seamlessly with colleagues and clients nationwide without the need to be on-site.Benefits• Performance bonuses tied to billables, quality, and client outcomes• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage• 401(k) with employer contribution• Bar dues and CLE support• Generous PTO and firm holidays• Structured leadership path, mentorship, and internal marketing supportInterested? Send your resume to [email protected] or apply through this post. If you are a senior T&E attorney ready to lead, develop a team, and grow into a larger leadership role, let’s talk. Apply tot his job