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Probate Paralegal

Upland, CA · On-site

$30 - $40/hr

You will work closely with attorneys to support court filed matters in conservatorship, probate, trust matters. The right candidate will be organized, proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable ...

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Probate Paralegal

Upland, CA

$30 - $40/hr

You will work closely with attorneys to support court filed matters in conservatorship, probate, trust matters. The right candidate will be organized, proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable ...

Build My Great Team

Probate Paralegal

Upland, CA · On-site

$30 - $40/hr

You will work closely with attorneys to support court filed matters in conservatorship, probate, trust matters. The right candidate will be organized, proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable ...

VARNER & BRANDT LLP

Estate Planning Attorney

Highland, CA · On-site

$125K - $160K/yr

Vision insurance Available opportunity in our Ontario office for an attorney to join our Estate ... Estate planning, trust administration and probate experience. * Excellent written and oral ...

JBA International

Associate Attorney

Upland, CA · On-site +1

$90K - $110K/yr

We are a full-service law firm and expect our lawyers to excel at any area of the law, also practicing in the areas of family law, employment/labor law, probate, estate planning, criminal law ...

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Insurance Defense Attorney

Irvine, CA

... Estate and probate litigation Defamation and malicious prosecution defense Fraud and ... Attorneys will handle cases from inception through resolution, including: Drafting pleadings and ...

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Insurance Defense Attorney

Irvine, CA · On-site

... Estate and probate litigation Defamation and malicious prosecution defense Fraud and ... Attorneys will handle cases from inception through resolution, including: Drafting pleadings and ...

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How much do probate attorney jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for probate attorney in Riverside, CA is $112,840.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $83,500.00 and $135,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Probate Attorney do?

A Probate Attorney assists clients with the legal process of administering a deceased person's estate. They help executors and beneficiaries navigate probate court proceedings, ensure debts and taxes are paid, and facilitate the distribution of assets according to a will or state laws. They may also handle disputes, such as contested wills or inheritance conflicts. Additionally, probate attorneys provide estate planning services to help individuals structure their assets to avoid probate complications.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Probate Attorney position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Probate Attorney, you need in-depth knowledge of estate law, strong analytical skills, and a Juris Doctor (JD) degree with bar admission in the applicable state. Familiarity with legal research tools like Westlaw or LexisNexis, document management systems, and probate court filing platforms is essential. Exceptional interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate complex information with empathy make an attorney stand out. These skills ensure accurate representation of clients' interests, compliance with legal requirements, and effective handling of sensitive estate matters.

What are the most common challenges faced by Probate Attorneys, and how can they be addressed?

Probate Attorneys often encounter challenges such as navigating complex family dynamics, managing disputes over wills or estates, and dealing with tight court deadlines. Effective communication and mediation skills are crucial to help families resolve conflicts amicably while ensuring the legal process runs smoothly. Staying organized and updated on state-specific probate laws helps attorneys avoid delays and errors in court filings. By collaborating closely with clients, financial advisors, and court officials, Probate Attorneys can address these challenges and provide seamless support throughout the probate process.

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Probate Trust Estate Attorney

Probate Trust Estate Attorney

Career Consulting Partners

Claremont, CA • Hybrid

$120K - $190K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, PTO

Posted 22 hours ago

Job description


Probate Trust Estate Attorney


Career Consulting Partners has partnered with a successful boutique law firm in the Montclair/Rancho Cucamonga area in search of a Trust and Estate Attorney. This is a tech-forward firm with a 30+ year legacy in trust and estate law, looking for an attorney interested in a direct path to partnerhip. This is not a back-office drafting role. You will fully own your caseload from intake to resolution. You will drive legal strategy, manage client relationships, supervise staff, and represent fiduciaries in court-supervised proceedings for both uncontested administration and contested litigation.


Responsibilities:

  • Prepare and file petitions for probate/letters of administration, statutory notifications, inventories, accountings, and petitions for distribution.

  • Adise trustees on fiduciary duties, trust interpretation, and California probate code compliance.

  • Draft Heggstad petitions, petitions for instructions, and probate code 17200 petitions.

  • File petitions for appointment of conservator (person/estate), coordinate care plans/court investigator reports, and handle annual status reports.

  • Administer first-party, third-party, and pooled disability trusts, ensuring strict compliance with Medi-Cal, SSI, and public benefit requirements.

  • This is not a purely transactional or estate planning role

Qualifications:

  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school and a valid California state bar membership.

  • 2+ years of experience in trust and estate law, including probate court appearances

  • Must be open to handling a mixed caseload

  • Experience with trust administration, probate, conservatorship, and/or trust litigation

  • Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills

  • Experience representing fiduciaries (trustees, administrators, conservators) in probate court

  • Ability to manage a full caseload independently with minimal supervision

  • Proficiency with legal technology and case management systems

  • Independent judgement and initiative

Compensation/Benefits:

  • Base Compensation: $120,000 - $190,000

  • Performance bonuses for exceeding 1,800 annual billable hours and for case origination

  • Case origination bonuses for cases that you bring to the Firm

  • Partnership track: Consideration for profit-sharing or partnership after 3–5 years of successful performance

  • Group health insurance (employer contributes)

  • Life insurance

  • 12 paid holidays per year

  • Paid time off accrues based on tenure

  • Paid sick leave

  • Continuing education and tuition assistance

Location:

  • Claremont, CA

  • Hybrid Flexible Schedule


***Please note that we at Career Consulting Partners will be sure to keep your information private. We will not submit you or your information to any firm without your consent. Once we have received your resume/application, we will reach out to you and review the firm(s) before we move forward***