Trusts & Estates Associate Attorney

Donahue Fitzgerald•Oakland, CA

2d•$165,000 - $195,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Donahue Fitzgerald is a highly respected and growing law firm with a strong commitment to providing exceptional legal services to our clients. Our Trusts and Estates practice is a cornerstone of our firm, recognized for its sophisticated handling of complex and high-stakes disputes. We pride ourselves on a collaborative environment, professional development opportunities, and a commitment to work-life balance. We represent a diverse client base, including high-net-worth individuals, fiduciaries, and charitable organizations, in all aspects of trust and estate controversies. We seek an associate attorney for our Trusts & Estates practice group in our Oakland office. In this time of significant planning opportunities for clients, the Trusts & Estates group has seen demand for its services increase exponentially. The position is well-suited for someone who enjoys being busy and wants to work for a firm with an established path to partnership.

Requirements

5+ years of estate planning and trust administration experience.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Must be detail-oriented.
Ability to problem solve and work with a variety of personalities and work styles.
Must be a self-starter with superior organizational skills.
Proficient with MS Office Suite and a Document Management System desired.
Experience with AI tools including Co-Counsel, Co-Pilot and NetDocuments.
Must be admitted and a member in good standing of the California Bar.
Strong academic credentials from a top law school.

Nice To Haves

Background in tax preferred.
Experience handling probate trust administration matters, including preparing and filing motions and some litigation preferred.

Responsibilities

Drafting and implementing complex estate planning strategies such as GST legacy trusts, SLATs, GRATs, IDGTs, and Charitable Trusts.
Handling probate trust administration matters, including preparing and filing motions and some litigation.
Interfacing with clients regularly.
Managing multiple assignments within a fast-paced environment.
Supporting pro bono activities.