# Trusts & Estates Transactional Attorney

> Coastal Wave Recruiting · San Francisco, United States (Hybrid) · Full-time · Posted 2026-02-18

**Salary:** USD 199,000–229,000

**Workplace:** hybrid

**Department:** Law Firm

## Description

**San Francisco | Hybrid/Flexible by Location**

Our client is a nationally recognized, growth-oriented law firm seeking experienced **Trusts & Estates attorneys** to join its expanding private client practice across several key markets. These opportunities are ideal for attorneys who want **sophisticated planning and litigation work**, strong client relationships, and a **clear long-term growth path** within a collaborative, well-supported firm.

### ⚖️ Practice Focus & Responsibilities

**Trusts & Estates – Planning**

-   High-net-worth estate planning
-   Drafting wills, revocable and irrevocable trusts
-   Advanced wealth transfer strategies
-   Estate, gift, and generation-skipping tax planning
-   Advising individuals, families, and fiduciaries

**Trust & Estate Litigation**

-   Will and trust contests
-   Fiduciary disputes
-   Breach of fiduciary duty claims
-   Beneficiary and trustee representation
-   Probate and trust administration disputes

### Compensation & Advancement

-   Competitive, **market-aligned base salary** (commensurate with experience and geography)
-   Performance-based bonus opportunities
-   Transparent **advancement and partnership track**
-   Support and encouragement for business development

### Firm Growth & Recognition

-   Continued strategic investment in private client practices
-   National platform with strong regional depth
-   Attorneys consistently recognized by:

-   Chambers USA
-   Best Lawyers
-   Super Lawyers
-   Daily Journal
-   Regional Business Journals

This is an excellent opportunity for **Trusts & Estates attorneys** looking to deepen their expertise in either **planning or litigation**, while building a long-term career within a firm that values collaboration, transparency, and professional growth.

## Requirements

-   **Current State License**
-   Prior experience in **trusts & estates planning or litigation**
-   Strong drafting, analysis, and client-facing skills
-   Ability to manage matters independently with appropriate supervision
-   Experience working with high-net-worth individuals and families (planning roles)
-   Litigation experience in probate or trust disputes (litigation roles)

## Benefits

-   Medical, dental, and vision insurance
-   Firm-paid life insurance
-   401(k)
-   Generous PTO policy
-   Paid or reimbursed parking (office-dependent)
-   In-house MCLEs and external training support

**Culture Highlights:**

-   Collegial, collaborative, and transparent environment
-   Long-tenured attorneys across offices
-   Meaningful mentorship and professional development
-   Firmwide retreats, social events, and office gatherings
-   Recognized as a **Best Place to Work** in multiple markets

## Apply

[Apply at Coastal Wave Recruiting](https://apply.workable.com/coastal-wave-recruiting/j/063AEB71B5/apply)

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