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Job DescriptionDirect Counsel is representing an AmLaw 100 firm in its search for an Associate – Tax – Transactional Labor & Employment. Locations: Century City, Orange County, San Diego, San Francisco, Silicon Valley, New York Practice Area: Labor & Employment Experience Required: Minimum of 3 years About the Opportunity: Direct Counsel is partnering with an AmLaw 100 firm renowned for advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy. As a market leader in major financial and business centers worldwide, the firm offers exceptional expertise and resources to help you evolve from an intellectually curious self-starter into a leading lawyer. If you aspire to be the best, this is the place for you. Qualifications: * Minimum of 3 years of broad-based employment counseling experience. * Experience providing employment support for mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate transactions. * Strong background counseling employers of all types on a full range of employment relationship matters. * Excellent academic credentials and outstanding communication, analytical, and writing skills. * Admission to the jurisdiction where you are applying (or eligibility to waive in) is preferred. * This is a non-litigation role focused on transactional and counseling work. Compensation: This position is paid according to the Cravath scale.

Job DescriptionDirect Counsel is representing an AmLaw 100 firm in its search for a Senior Associate – Tax – Executive Compensation, Employment & Benefits. Locations: Boston, Century City, Chicago, Washington, D.C., New York, Orange County, San Francisco, Silicon Valley Practice Area: Executive Compensation, Employment & Benefits Experience Required: Minimum of 5 years About the Opportunity: Direct Counsel is working with an AmLaw 100 firm known for advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy. As a recognized market leader across major financial and business centers, the firm offers unmatched expertise and resources to support your growth from an intellectually curious self-starter into an exceptional lawyer. If you aspire to be the best, this is where you belong. Qualifications: * A minimum of 5 years of experience in executive compensation and employee benefits law. * Significant experience advising companies on compensation disclosure issues. * Deep familiarity with transactional executive compensation and benefits matters, including the tax, securities, and other relevant legal aspects. * Strong academic credentials and excellent communication, analytical, and writing skills. * Admission to the jurisdiction where you are applying (or eligibility to waive in) is preferred. Compensation: This position is paid according to the Cravath scale.

Job DescriptionDirect Counsel is representing an Amlaw 100 firm in its search for an Associate – Tax – Transactional Labor & Employment. Locations: Austin, Boston, Century City, Orange County, San Diego, San Francisco, Silicon Valley, New York. Chicago, Houston, Washington, D.C. Practice Area: Labor & Employment Experience Required: Minimum of 2 years About the Opportunity: Direct Counsel is partnering with an AmLaw 100 firm renowned for advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy. As a market leader in major financial and business centers worldwide, the firm offers exceptional expertise and resources to help you evolve from an intellectually curious self-starter into a leading lawyer. If you aspire to be the best, this is the place for you. Qualifications: * Minimum of 2 years of broad-based employment counseling experience. * Experience providing employment support for mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate transactions. * Strong background counseling employers of all types on a full range of employment relationship matters. * Excellent academic credentials and outstanding communication, analytical, and writing skills. * Admission to the jurisdiction where you are applying (or eligibility to waive in) is preferred. * This is a non-litigation role focused on transactional and counseling work. Compensation: This position is paid according to the Cravath scale.

Job Description Location: Santa Ana, CA (In-person; also hiring in San Jose) Compensation: $120,000–$200,000 per year Supplemental Pay: Bonus pay Benefits: • 401(k) & retirement plan, • Health, dental, and vision insurance, • Health savings & flexible spending accounts, • Paid time off & parental leave, • Flexible schedule, • Employee discounts, • Employee assistance program, • Professional development assistance, • Referral program Position Summary: Copenbarger & Copenbarger LLP, a full-service estate planning and elder law firm, is seeking a Trust and Estate Administration Associate Attorney with 5–7 years of experience for our Santa Ana office. This role is ideal for a mid-level attorney who thrives in a client-facing, detail-oriented practice and wants to join a highly respected firm with deep expertise in tax, estate, and elder law. We offer competitive compensation, strong benefits, and a supportive, collaborative culture. Key Responsibilities: • Administer wills, trusts, probates, and conservatorships from start to finish, • Draft and prepare petitions, court documents, and fiduciary accounts (e.g., 850 & 17200 petitions), • Handle asset inventory, valuation, sub-trust funding, and distributions, • Review estate and gift tax returns, fiduciary income tax returns, • Communicate regularly with clients, internal staff, and attorneys, • Perform legal research and maintain accurate documentation, • Attend litigation-related events (depositions, hearings, etc.) if applicable, • Maintain billable hours with accurate time tracking, • Coordinate with courts and restricted depository accounts when needed, • Support clients with compassion and professionalism through the administration process Qualifications: • Juris Doctorate, • Active California Bar membership in good standing, • 5–7 years of direct experience in trust & estate administration (required), • Clear and professional legal writing and analysis, • Comfortable working independently with good judgment on when to escalate issues, • Strong client-facing communication and interpersonal skills, • Organized, deadline-driven, and detail-oriented, • Experience with conservatorships and probates required, • Experience with estate planning, guardianships, or contested matters is a plus, • LL.M. in Tax or Estate Planning is a plus Why Join Us? You’ll be part of a mission-driven, client-focused law firm that values growth, compassion, and work-life balance. Whether you prefer autonomy or collaboration, our hybrid-friendly structure offers flexibility. We pride ourselves on creating lasting client relationships and providing legal excellence across estate planning, taxation, litigation, and business law. Alternate Titles: • Trust & Estate Administration Associate Attorney (5–7 Years Experience), • Trust Administration Attorney – Santa Ana, • Estate Planning & Probate Attorney, • Trust Administration Attorney, • Estate Planning Attorney, • Probate Attorney, • Fiduciary Law Attorney, • Conservatorship Attorney, • Elder Law Attorney, • Wills & Trusts Lawyer, • Associate Attorney – Trust & Estates, • Tax & Estate Planning Attorney We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Keywords: Trust administration, probate attorney, estate attorney, conservatorships, fiduciary accounts, wills, trusts, petitions, California Bar, elder law, estate planning, guardianships, contested matters, sub-trust funding, estate tax returns, gift tax returns, fiduciary income tax returns, legal drafting, litigation support, billable hours, client communication, trust & estates associate, Santa Ana attorney jobs, San Jose attorney jobs

Job Description Pay: $160,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year Job description: Note: This position requires employees to work on-site at the Santa Ana, CA office with some hybrid flexibility. Note: The qualified candidate for this position must have 7+ years of litigation experience, including first-chair trial experience to verdict. About Our Client Our client is a respected Orange County insurance defense law firm with a thriving trial practice. Known for its strong courtroom advocacy and collaborative team culture, the firm offers attorneys the chance to take on complex, high-stakes cases while being supported by an experienced team of litigators. Job Description We are seeking a seasoned Trial Attorney to join our clients litigation team in Santa Ana, CA. This role is ideal for a lawyer who thrives in the courtroom and is ready to handle cases from inception through verdict. • Serve as first-chair trial counsel, leading cases through verdict, • Develop trial strategies and oversee all stages of litigation, • Conduct depositions, argue motions, and handle pre-trial proceedings, • Collaborate directly with clients on case evaluation and trial preparation, • Mentor junior associates and contribute to team development, • 7+ years of civil litigation experience, • Proven first-chair trial experience to verdict, • Excellent trial advocacy, writing, and strategic thinking skills, • Strong presence and confidence in the courtroom, • Active California Bar license in good standing, • Competitive base salary with trial bonuses, • Hybrid work flexibility with on-site support, • Comprehensive benefits package: medical, dental, vision, 401k, and PTO, • Leadership and business development opportunities Job Type: Full-time Benefits: • Dental insurance, • Health insurance, • Paid time off, • Retirement plan, • Vision insurance

Job DescriptionDirect Counsel is representing an Amlaw 100 firm in its search for a Senior Associate – Tax – Executive Compensation, Employment & Benefits. Locations: Boston, Century City, Chicago, Washington, D.C., New York, Orange County, San Francisco, Silicon Valley Practice Area: Executive Compensation, Employment & Benefits Experience Required: Minimum of 5 years About the Opportunity: Direct Counsel is working with an AmLaw 100 firm known for advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy. As a recognized market leader across major financial and business centers, the firm offers unmatched expertise and resources to support your growth from an intellectually curious self-starter into an exceptional lawyer. If you aspire to be the best, this is where you belong. Qualifications: * A minimum of 5 years of experience in executive compensation and employee benefits law. * Significant experience advising companies on compensation disclosure issues. * Deep familiarity with transactional executive compensation and benefits matters, including the tax, securities, and other relevant legal aspects. * Strong academic credentials and excellent communication, analytical, and writing skills. * Admission to the jurisdiction where you are applying (or eligibility to waive in) is preferred. Compensation: This position is paid according to the Cravath scale ranging from $365,000 to $435,000 per year

Job DescriptionDirect Counsel is representing an Amlaw 100 firm in its search for an Associate – Tax – Transactional Labor & Employment. Locations: Austin, Boston, Century City, Chicago, Houston, New York, Orange County, San Diego, San Francisco, Silicon Valley, Washington, D.C. Practice Area: Labor & Employment Experience Required: Minimum of 2 years About the Opportunity: Direct Counsel is partnering with an AmLaw 100 firm renowned for advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy. As a market leader in major financial and business centers worldwide, the firm offers exceptional expertise and resources to help you evolve from an intellectually curious self-starter into a leading lawyer. If you aspire to be the best, this is the place for you. Qualifications: * Minimum of 2 years of broad-based employment counseling experience. * Experience providing employment support for mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate transactions. * Strong background counseling employers of all types on a full range of employment relationship matters. * Excellent academic credentials and outstanding communication, analytical, and writing skills. * Admission to the jurisdiction where you are applying (or eligibility to waive in) is preferred. * This is a non-litigation role focused on transactional and counseling work. Compensation: This position is paid according to the Cravath scale from $235,000 per year plus comprehensive benefits

Job Description Location: Santa Ana, CA (In-person; also hiring in San Jose) Compensation: $120,000–$200,000 per year Supplemental Pay: Bonus pay Benefits: • 401(k) & retirement plan, • Health, dental, and vision insurance, • Health savings & flexible spending accounts, • Paid time off & parental leave, • Flexible schedule, • Employee discounts, • Employee assistance program, • Professional development assistance, • Referral program Position Summary: Copenbarger & Copenbarger LLP, a full-service estate planning and elder law firm, is seeking a Trust and Estate Administration Associate Attorney with 5–7 years of experience for our Santa Ana office. This role is ideal for a mid-level attorney who thrives in a client-facing, detail-oriented practice and wants to join a highly respected firm with deep expertise in tax, estate, and elder law. We offer competitive compensation, strong benefits, and a supportive, collaborative culture. Key Responsibilities: • Administer wills, trusts, probates, and conservatorships from start to finish, • Draft and prepare petitions, court documents, and fiduciary accounts (e.g., 850 & 17200 petitions), • Handle asset inventory, valuation, sub-trust funding, and distributions, • Review estate and gift tax returns, fiduciary income tax returns, • Communicate regularly with clients, internal staff, and attorneys, • Perform legal research and maintain accurate documentation, • Attend litigation-related events (depositions, hearings, etc.) if applicable, • Maintain billable hours with accurate time tracking, • Coordinate with courts and restricted depository accounts when needed, • Support clients with compassion and professionalism through the administration process Qualifications: • Juris Doctorate, • Active California Bar membership in good standing, • 5–7 years of direct experience in trust & estate administration (required), • Clear and professional legal writing and analysis, • Comfortable working independently with good judgment on when to escalate issues, • Strong client-facing communication and interpersonal skills, • Organized, deadline-driven, and detail-oriented, • Experience with conservatorships and probates required, • Experience with estate planning, guardianships, or contested matters is a plus, • LL.M. in Tax or Estate Planning is a plus Why Join Us? You’ll be part of a mission-driven, client-focused law firm that values growth, compassion, and work-life balance. Whether you prefer autonomy or collaboration, our hybrid-friendly structure offers flexibility. We pride ourselves on creating lasting client relationships and providing legal excellence across estate planning, taxation, litigation, and business law. Alternate Titles: • Trust & Estate Administration Associate Attorney (5–7 Years Experience), • Trust Administration Attorney – Santa Ana, • Estate Planning & Probate Attorney, • Trust Administration Attorney, • Estate Planning Attorney, • Probate Attorney, • Fiduciary Law Attorney, • Conservatorship Attorney, • Elder Law Attorney, • Wills & Trusts Lawyer, • Associate Attorney – Trust & Estates, • Tax & Estate Planning Attorney We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Keywords: Trust administration, probate attorney, estate attorney, conservatorships, fiduciary accounts, wills, trusts, petitions, California Bar, elder law, estate planning, guardianships, contested matters, sub-trust funding, estate tax returns, gift tax returns, fiduciary income tax returns, legal drafting, litigation support, billable hours, client communication, trust & estates associate, Santa Ana attorney jobs, San Jose attorney jobs

Job Description Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1300 attorneys in 43 offices throughout the United States. Founded in 1978, we rank among the top 100 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 36 in the National Law Journal's survey of the nation's largest law firms. We're also Mansfield Certified Plus. Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation. If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our Legal Secretary position in our Orange County Office. This position offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement. The Position This is an excellent opportunity for legal professionals seeking to expand their careers who are interested in gaining fast-paced professional experience with a national law firm. Key Responsibilities: • Prepare pleadings and discovery documents for filing and service, • Prepare court forms such as California Judicial Council Forms for attorneys review, • Schedule depositions with attorneys, clients, witnesses, and court reporters, • Schedule conference calls and on-site/off-site meetings, • Arrange and coordinate travel arrangements, • Calendar depositions, hearings, trials and all associated dates., • Manage Outlook calendar of all appointments, conferences and meetings, • Open new matters, run conflict checks for partner's review, prepare engagement letters, • Document management and organization, saving documents and emails to document management system., • Become familiar with court rules and filing procedures, • Prepare cover letters for attorney bills, • Submit attorneys expense reports, • Manage bills for third party vendors, process check requests and follow up with accounting, • Must have 3+ years of Civil Litigation experience, • This position is not a remote position and will require you to be in office with eligibility for a hybrid schedule after 60 days., • Knowledge of litigation (e-filings) and trial procedures, and federal and state court procedures and rules, • Must know Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel), • Experience working with a document management system, • Strong interpersonal relationship skills, • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to integrate into a fast-paced environment, • Ability to prioritize and work independently, • Work well under pressure, remain flexible, be proactive, resourceful and efficient, • Benefits: Outstanding benefits package, including 401k match and generous PTO plan, • Career Growth: Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement

Job Description Location: Santa Ana, CA (In-person; also hiring in San Jose) Compensation: $120,000–$200,000 per year Supplemental Pay: Bonus pay Benefits: • 401(k) & retirement plan, • Health, dental, and vision insurance, • Health savings & flexible spending accounts, • Paid time off & parental leave, • Flexible schedule, • Employee discounts, • Employee assistance program, • Professional development assistance, • Referral program Position Summary: Copenbarger & Copenbarger LLP, a full-service estate planning and elder law firm, is seeking a Trust and Estate Administration Associate Attorney with 5–7 years of experience for our Santa Ana office. This role is ideal for a mid-level attorney who thrives in a client-facing, detail-oriented practice and wants to join a highly respected firm with deep expertise in tax, estate, and elder law. We offer competitive compensation, strong benefits, and a supportive, collaborative culture. Key Responsibilities: • Administer wills, trusts, probates, and conservatorships from start to finish, • Draft and prepare petitions, court documents, and fiduciary accounts (e.g., 850 & 17200 petitions), • Handle asset inventory, valuation, sub-trust funding, and distributions, • Review estate and gift tax returns, fiduciary income tax returns, • Communicate regularly with clients, internal staff, and attorneys, • Perform legal research and maintain accurate documentation, • Attend litigation-related events (depositions, hearings, etc.) if applicable, • Maintain billable hours with accurate time tracking, • Coordinate with courts and restricted depository accounts when needed, • Support clients with compassion and professionalism through the administration process Qualifications: • Juris Doctorate, • Active California Bar membership in good standing, • 5–7 years of direct experience in trust & estate administration (required), • Clear and professional legal writing and analysis, • Comfortable working independently with good judgment on when to escalate issues, • Strong client-facing communication and interpersonal skills, • Organized, deadline-driven, and detail-oriented, • Experience with conservatorships and probates required, • Experience with estate planning, guardianships, or contested matters is a plus, • LL.M. in Tax or Estate Planning is a plus Why Join Us? You’ll be part of a mission-driven, client-focused law firm that values growth, compassion, and work-life balance. Whether you prefer autonomy or collaboration, our hybrid-friendly structure offers flexibility. We pride ourselves on creating lasting client relationships and providing legal excellence across estate planning, taxation, litigation, and business law. Alternate Titles: • Trust & Estate Administration Associate Attorney (5–7 Years Experience), • Trust Administration Attorney – Santa Ana, • Estate Planning & Probate Attorney, • Trust Administration Attorney, • Estate Planning Attorney, • Probate Attorney, • Fiduciary Law Attorney, • Conservatorship Attorney, • Elder Law Attorney, • Wills & Trusts Lawyer, • Associate Attorney – Trust & Estates, • Tax & Estate Planning Attorney We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Keywords: Trust administration, probate attorney, estate attorney, conservatorships, fiduciary accounts, wills, trusts, petitions, California Bar, elder law, estate planning, guardianships, contested matters, sub-trust funding, estate tax returns, gift tax returns, fiduciary income tax returns, legal drafting, litigation support, billable hours, client communication, trust & estates associate, Santa Ana attorney jobs, San Jose attorney jobs

Job Description Location: Santa Ana, CA (In-person; also hiring in San Jose) Compensation: $120,000–$200,000 per year Supplemental Pay: Bonus pay Benefits: • 401(k) & retirement plan, • Health, dental, and vision insurance, • Health savings & flexible spending accounts, • Paid time off & parental leave, • Flexible schedule, • Employee discounts, • Employee assistance program, • Professional development assistance, • Referral program Position Summary: Copenbarger & Copenbarger LLP, a full-service estate planning and elder law firm, is seeking a Trust and Estate Administration Associate Attorney with 5–7 years of experience for our Santa Ana office. This role is ideal for a mid-level attorney who thrives in a client-facing, detail-oriented practice and wants to join a highly respected firm with deep expertise in tax, estate, and elder law. We offer competitive compensation, strong benefits, and a supportive, collaborative culture. Key Responsibilities: • Administer wills, trusts, probates, and conservatorships from start to finish, • Draft and prepare petitions, court documents, and fiduciary accounts (e.g., 850 & 17200 petitions), • Handle asset inventory, valuation, sub-trust funding, and distributions, • Review estate and gift tax returns, fiduciary income tax returns, • Communicate regularly with clients, internal staff, and attorneys, • Perform legal research and maintain accurate documentation, • Attend litigation-related events (depositions, hearings, etc.) if applicable, • Maintain billable hours with accurate time tracking, • Coordinate with courts and restricted depository accounts when needed, • Support clients with compassion and professionalism through the administration process Qualifications: • Juris Doctorate, • Active California Bar membership in good standing, • 5–7 years of direct experience in trust & estate administration (required), • Clear and professional legal writing and analysis, • Comfortable working independently with good judgment on when to escalate issues, • Strong client-facing communication and interpersonal skills, • Organized, deadline-driven, and detail-oriented, • Experience with conservatorships and probates required, • Experience with estate planning, guardianships, or contested matters is a plus, • LL.M. in Tax or Estate Planning is a plus Why Join Us? You’ll be part of a mission-driven, client-focused law firm that values growth, compassion, and work-life balance. Whether you prefer autonomy or collaboration, our hybrid-friendly structure offers flexibility. We pride ourselves on creating lasting client relationships and providing legal excellence across estate planning, taxation, litigation, and business law. Alternate Titles: • Trust & Estate Administration Associate Attorney (5–7 Years Experience), • Trust Administration Attorney – Santa Ana, • Estate Planning & Probate Attorney, • Trust Administration Attorney, • Estate Planning Attorney, • Probate Attorney, • Fiduciary Law Attorney, • Conservatorship Attorney, • Elder Law Attorney, • Wills & Trusts Lawyer, • Associate Attorney – Trust & Estates, • Tax & Estate Planning Attorney We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Keywords: Trust administration, probate attorney, estate attorney, conservatorships, fiduciary accounts, wills, trusts, petitions, California Bar, elder law, estate planning, guardianships, contested matters, sub-trust funding, estate tax returns, gift tax returns, fiduciary income tax returns, legal drafting, litigation support, billable hours, client communication, trust & estates associate, Santa Ana attorney jobs, San Jose attorney jobs

Job Description Location: Santa Ana, CA (In-person; also hiring in San Jose) Compensation: $120,000–$200,000 per year Supplemental Pay: Bonus pay Benefits: • 401(k) & retirement plan, • Health, dental, and vision insurance, • Health savings & flexible spending accounts, • Paid time off & parental leave, • Flexible schedule, • Employee discounts, • Employee assistance program, • Professional development assistance, • Referral program Position Summary: Copenbarger & Copenbarger LLP, a full-service estate planning and elder law firm, is seeking a Trust and Estate Administration Associate Attorney with 5–7 years of experience for our Santa Ana office. This role is ideal for a mid-level attorney who thrives in a client-facing, detail-oriented practice and wants to join a highly respected firm with deep expertise in tax, estate, and elder law. We offer competitive compensation, strong benefits, and a supportive, collaborative culture. Key Responsibilities: • Administer wills, trusts, probates, and conservatorships from start to finish, • Draft and prepare petitions, court documents, and fiduciary accounts (e.g., 850 & 17200 petitions), • Handle asset inventory, valuation, sub-trust funding, and distributions, • Review estate and gift tax returns, fiduciary income tax returns, • Communicate regularly with clients, internal staff, and attorneys, • Perform legal research and maintain accurate documentation, • Attend litigation-related events (depositions, hearings, etc.) if applicable, • Maintain billable hours with accurate time tracking, • Coordinate with courts and restricted depository accounts when needed, • Support clients with compassion and professionalism through the administration process Qualifications: • Juris Doctorate, • Active California Bar membership in good standing, • 5–7 years of direct experience in trust & estate administration (required), • Clear and professional legal writing and analysis, • Comfortable working independently with good judgment on when to escalate issues, • Strong client-facing communication and interpersonal skills, • Organized, deadline-driven, and detail-oriented, • Experience with conservatorships and probates required, • Experience with estate planning, guardianships, or contested matters is a plus, • LL.M. in Tax or Estate Planning is a plus Why Join Us? You’ll be part of a mission-driven, client-focused law firm that values growth, compassion, and work-life balance. Whether you prefer autonomy or collaboration, our hybrid-friendly structure offers flexibility. We pride ourselves on creating lasting client relationships and providing legal excellence across estate planning, taxation, litigation, and business law. Alternate Titles: • Trust & Estate Administration Associate Attorney (5–7 Years Experience), • Trust Administration Attorney – Santa Ana, • Estate Planning & Probate Attorney, • Trust Administration Attorney, • Estate Planning Attorney, • Probate Attorney, • Fiduciary Law Attorney, • Conservatorship Attorney, • Elder Law Attorney, • Wills & Trusts Lawyer, • Associate Attorney – Trust & Estates, • Tax & Estate Planning Attorney We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Keywords: Trust administration, probate attorney, estate attorney, conservatorships, fiduciary accounts, wills, trusts, petitions, California Bar, elder law, estate planning, guardianships, contested matters, sub-trust funding, estate tax returns, gift tax returns, fiduciary income tax returns, legal drafting, litigation support, billable hours, client communication, trust & estates associate, Santa Ana attorney jobs, San Jose attorney jobs

Job Description Location: Santa Ana, CA (In-person; also hiring in San Jose) Compensation: $120,000–$200,000 per year Supplemental Pay: Bonus pay Benefits: • 401(k) & retirement plan, • Health, dental, and vision insurance, • Health savings & flexible spending accounts, • Paid time off & parental leave, • Flexible schedule, • Employee discounts, • Employee assistance program, • Professional development assistance, • Referral program Position Summary: Copenbarger & Copenbarger LLP, a full-service estate planning and elder law firm, is seeking a Trust and Estate Administration Associate Attorney with 5–7 years of experience for our Santa Ana office. This role is ideal for a mid-level attorney who thrives in a client-facing, detail-oriented practice and wants to join a highly respected firm with deep expertise in tax, estate, and elder law. We offer competitive compensation, strong benefits, and a supportive, collaborative culture. Key Responsibilities: • Administer wills, trusts, probates, and conservatorships from start to finish, • Draft and prepare petitions, court documents, and fiduciary accounts (e.g., 850 & 17200 petitions), • Handle asset inventory, valuation, sub-trust funding, and distributions, • Review estate and gift tax returns, fiduciary income tax returns, • Communicate regularly with clients, internal staff, and attorneys, • Perform legal research and maintain accurate documentation, • Attend litigation-related events (depositions, hearings, etc.) if applicable, • Maintain billable hours with accurate time tracking, • Coordinate with courts and restricted depository accounts when needed, • Support clients with compassion and professionalism through the administration process Qualifications: • Juris Doctorate, • Active California Bar membership in good standing, • 5–7 years of direct experience in trust & estate administration (required), • Clear and professional legal writing and analysis, • Comfortable working independently with good judgment on when to escalate issues, • Strong client-facing communication and interpersonal skills, • Organized, deadline-driven, and detail-oriented, • Experience with conservatorships and probates required, • Experience with estate planning, guardianships, or contested matters is a plus, • LL.M. in Tax or Estate Planning is a plus Why Join Us? You’ll be part of a mission-driven, client-focused law firm that values growth, compassion, and work-life balance. Whether you prefer autonomy or collaboration, our hybrid-friendly structure offers flexibility. We pride ourselves on creating lasting client relationships and providing legal excellence across estate planning, taxation, litigation, and business law. Alternate Titles: • Trust & Estate Administration Associate Attorney (5–7 Years Experience), • Trust Administration Attorney – Santa Ana, • Estate Planning & Probate Attorney, • Trust Administration Attorney, • Estate Planning Attorney, • Probate Attorney, • Fiduciary Law Attorney, • Conservatorship Attorney, • Elder Law Attorney, • Wills & Trusts Lawyer, • Associate Attorney – Trust & Estates, • Tax & Estate Planning Attorney We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Keywords: Trust administration, probate attorney, estate attorney, conservatorships, fiduciary accounts, wills, trusts, petitions, California Bar, elder law, estate planning, guardianships, contested matters, sub-trust funding, estate tax returns, gift tax returns, fiduciary income tax returns, legal drafting, litigation support, billable hours, client communication, trust & estates associate, Santa Ana attorney jobs, San Jose attorney jobs

Job Description Location: Santa Ana, CA (In-person; also hiring in San Jose) Compensation: $120,000–$200,000 per year Supplemental Pay: Bonus pay Benefits: • 401(k) & retirement plan, • Health, dental, and vision insurance, • Health savings & flexible spending accounts, • Paid time off & parental leave, • Flexible schedule, • Employee discounts, • Employee assistance program, • Professional development assistance, • Referral program Position Summary: Copenbarger & Copenbarger LLP, a full-service estate planning and elder law firm, is seeking a Trust and Estate Administration Associate Attorney with 5–7 years of experience for our Santa Ana office. This role is ideal for a mid-level attorney who thrives in a client-facing, detail-oriented practice and wants to join a highly respected firm with deep expertise in tax, estate, and elder law. We offer competitive compensation, strong benefits, and a supportive, collaborative culture. Key Responsibilities: • Administer wills, trusts, probates, and conservatorships from start to finish, • Draft and prepare petitions, court documents, and fiduciary accounts (e.g., 850 & 17200 petitions), • Handle asset inventory, valuation, sub-trust funding, and distributions, • Review estate and gift tax returns, fiduciary income tax returns, • Communicate regularly with clients, internal staff, and attorneys, • Perform legal research and maintain accurate documentation, • Attend litigation-related events (depositions, hearings, etc.) if applicable, • Maintain billable hours with accurate time tracking, • Coordinate with courts and restricted depository accounts when needed, • Support clients with compassion and professionalism through the administration process Qualifications: • Juris Doctorate, • Active California Bar membership in good standing, • 5–7 years of direct experience in trust & estate administration (required), • Clear and professional legal writing and analysis, • Comfortable working independently with good judgment on when to escalate issues, • Strong client-facing communication and interpersonal skills, • Organized, deadline-driven, and detail-oriented, • Experience with conservatorships and probates required, • Experience with estate planning, guardianships, or contested matters is a plus, • LL.M. in Tax or Estate Planning is a plus Why Join Us? You’ll be part of a mission-driven, client-focused law firm that values growth, compassion, and work-life balance. Whether you prefer autonomy or collaboration, our hybrid-friendly structure offers flexibility. We pride ourselves on creating lasting client relationships and providing legal excellence across estate planning, taxation, litigation, and business law. Alternate Titles: • Trust & Estate Administration Associate Attorney (5–7 Years Experience), • Trust Administration Attorney – Santa Ana, • Estate Planning & Probate Attorney, • Trust Administration Attorney, • Estate Planning Attorney, • Probate Attorney, • Fiduciary Law Attorney, • Conservatorship Attorney, • Elder Law Attorney, • Wills & Trusts Lawyer, • Associate Attorney – Trust & Estates, • Tax & Estate Planning Attorney We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Keywords: Trust administration, probate attorney, estate attorney, conservatorships, fiduciary accounts, wills, trusts, petitions, California Bar, elder law, estate planning, guardianships, contested matters, sub-trust funding, estate tax returns, gift tax returns, fiduciary income tax returns, legal drafting, litigation support, billable hours, client communication, trust & estates associate, Santa Ana attorney jobs, San Jose attorney jobs

Job Description Location: Santa Ana, CA (In-person; also hiring in San Jose) Compensation: $120,000–$200,000 per year Supplemental Pay: Bonus pay Benefits: • 401(k) & retirement plan, • Health, dental, and vision insurance, • Health savings & flexible spending accounts, • Paid time off & parental leave, • Flexible schedule, • Employee discounts, • Employee assistance program, • Professional development assistance, • Referral program Position Summary: Copenbarger & Copenbarger LLP, a full-service estate planning and elder law firm, is seeking a Trust and Estate Administration Associate Attorney with 5–7 years of experience for our Santa Ana office. This role is ideal for a mid-level attorney who thrives in a client-facing, detail-oriented practice and wants to join a highly respected firm with deep expertise in tax, estate, and elder law. We offer competitive compensation, strong benefits, and a supportive, collaborative culture. Key Responsibilities: • Administer wills, trusts, probates, and conservatorships from start to finish, • Draft and prepare petitions, court documents, and fiduciary accounts (e.g., 850 & 17200 petitions), • Handle asset inventory, valuation, sub-trust funding, and distributions, • Review estate and gift tax returns, fiduciary income tax returns, • Communicate regularly with clients, internal staff, and attorneys, • Perform legal research and maintain accurate documentation, • Attend litigation-related events (depositions, hearings, etc.) if applicable, • Maintain billable hours with accurate time tracking, • Coordinate with courts and restricted depository accounts when needed, • Support clients with compassion and professionalism through the administration process Qualifications: • Juris Doctorate, • Active California Bar membership in good standing, • 5–7 years of direct experience in trust & estate administration (required), • Clear and professional legal writing and analysis, • Comfortable working independently with good judgment on when to escalate issues, • Strong client-facing communication and interpersonal skills, • Organized, deadline-driven, and detail-oriented, • Experience with conservatorships and probates required, • Experience with estate planning, guardianships, or contested matters is a plus, • LL.M. in Tax or Estate Planning is a plus Why Join Us? You’ll be part of a mission-driven, client-focused law firm that values growth, compassion, and work-life balance. Whether you prefer autonomy or collaboration, our hybrid-friendly structure offers flexibility. We pride ourselves on creating lasting client relationships and providing legal excellence across estate planning, taxation, litigation, and business law. Alternate Titles: • Trust & Estate Administration Associate Attorney (5–7 Years Experience), • Trust Administration Attorney – Santa Ana, • Estate Planning & Probate Attorney, • Trust Administration Attorney, • Estate Planning Attorney, • Probate Attorney, • Fiduciary Law Attorney, • Conservatorship Attorney, • Elder Law Attorney, • Wills & Trusts Lawyer, • Associate Attorney – Trust & Estates, • Tax & Estate Planning Attorney We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Keywords: Trust administration, probate attorney, estate attorney, conservatorships, fiduciary accounts, wills, trusts, petitions, California Bar, elder law, estate planning, guardianships, contested matters, sub-trust funding, estate tax returns, gift tax returns, fiduciary income tax returns, legal drafting, litigation support, billable hours, client communication, trust & estates associate, Santa Ana attorney jobs, San Jose attorney jobs

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Compensation: $75,000 - $95,000 DOE Responsibilities: • Coordinate law office activity, including the drafting subpoenas and coordinating with process servers, • Perform administrative duties such as answering phone calls and keeping our case filing system organized so all documents are readily accessible, • Assist lawyers in preparing legal documentation, pleadings, and correspondence including correspondence such as interrogatories, subpoenas, deposition notices, complaints, pretrial orders, legal briefs, and affidavits, • Gather information about legal issues from the client in interviews, • Prepare statutory notices, trust accountings, asset inventories, and transfer documentation, • Coordinate asset appraisals, retitling, and valuations, • Communicate with trustees, beneficiaries, financial advisors, and accountants to ensure smooth administration, • Track statutory deadlines, including Probate Code compliance Probate Administration • Draft and file probate pleadings, petitions, notices, orders, and related court documents, • Manage publication requirements and creditor claim processes, • Coordinate with probate examiners, court clerks, and process servers to ensure accurate and timely filings, • Prepare inventories, accountings, and proposed orders of distribution, • Maintain hearing schedules and compliance calendars Business Transactions • Assist with entity formation for corporations, LLCs, and partnerships, including filing formation documents, obtaining EINs, and drafting organizational minutes, • Prepare and maintain corporate governance documents, such as bylaws, operating agreements, and shareholder agreements, • Manage business compliance requirements, including annual reports, state filings, and meeting minutes, • Support in drafting and reviewing contracts, purchase agreements, and assignment documents, • Coordinate business interest transfers in connection with estate and trust administration Client & Case Management • Serve as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the matter, • Schedule and coordinate meetings, signings, and closings, • Keep clients informed with regular updates while maintaining strict confidentiality, • Manage and organize case and corporate records for easy retrievalQualifications:, • Completion of a nationally-accredited paralegal program strongly preferred, • Candidates must have completed an ABA-approved paralegal certificate program such as an Associate’s degree or proprietary school program in paralegal studies, Bachelor’s degree preferred, • 3 years of experience in legal services under an attorney or lawyer in a law firm setting, • Candidates should possess high-level organizational skills, and time-management skills, • Must have strong interpersonal skills and talent for writing and grammar, • 5+ years of paralegal experience, with significant focus on trust/probate law, and at least 2+ years in business transactional support, • ABA-approved paralegal certificate or equivalent; California Advanced Specialist Certification in Estate Planning, Trust, and Probate preferred, • In-depth knowledge of probate and trust administration processes and relevant corporate law, • Proficiency in drafting legal documents, corporate records, and transactional contracts, • Skilled in legal calendaring, e-filing, and entity management systems, • Exceptional communication skills and client service orientation, • Notary license is a PLUS! 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