Estate Probate Trust Attorney

Job Overview

Soto Law Group, APC
• Newport Beach, CA, US

Our expanding boutique law firm is looking for an experienced probate, estate, and trust associate attorney. The ideal candidate will be responsible for representing clients in disputes involving wills, trusts, estates, and fiduciary duties and will develop expertise in a niche, high‑demand area of law.

• Represent clients in probate and trust litigation matters, including will contests, breach of fiduciary duty claims, and trust modifications
• Draft pleadings, motions, legal memoranda, and discovery requests/responses
• Conduct legal research and analyze complex factual and legal issues
• Participate in mediations and court hearings
• Collaborate with clients, experts, and opposing counsel to advance case strategy
• Maintain timely communication with clients and provide legal advice throughout the process
• Manage deadlines and case files with attention to detail and strategic thinking
• Attend court proceedings as needed to represent clients
• Help solve legal problems for clients by analyzing the situation, understanding their needs, and creating a strategic plan of action
• Communicate with clients about plans for dispersing their assets
• Organize and maintain client files to ensure they are kept current

• Active member of the California Bar Association
• Undergraduate degree with a legal background and Juris Doctor degree required
• Understanding of a variety of real estate matters, including title insurance, wills and trusts, property management, and litigation
• Great communication skills, particularly in stressful and emotional situations
• Member in good standing and actively involved with the ABA (American Bar Association)

$115,000 - $145,000 yearly

We are a collaborative team of professionals who work hard and play together too! It’s a friendly office where we trust each other and value a work‑life balance. We support personal and career development and often hold quarterly team‑building events.

Your experience and/or desire to work in the areas of Estate Planning, Special Needs Planning, Trust Administration, and Probate will add value to our team. We leverage technology and are looking for someone who is comfortable with Microsoft Office and various legal programs. You will have a strong work ethic, be highly organized, and have exceptional client relationship skills.