Estate Planning Transactional Attorney
About the Firm:
LHH has partnered with this long-established, highly respected firm looking for their next Attorney. The practice is sophisticated and centered on estate planning, business, and real estate matters. The firm is known for its collaborative culture, supportive leadership, and commitment to professional development.
Position Overview:
The firm is seeking an Estate Planning Transactional Attorney with a minimum of 2 years of estate planning experience and ideally 3–5 years of overall litigation or legal practice exposure. This role involves working closely with senior attorneys to deliver high‑quality estate planning services to a range of clients, including individuals, families, and business owners.
This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney looking to transition from a larger firm or solo practice into a highly professional yet balanced work environment with low billable expectations and strong mentorship.
Key Responsibilities:
• Draft, review, and update estate planning instruments including wills, revocable and irrevocable trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives
• Assist in probate and trust administration matters
• Provide counsel on estate planning strategies, asset protection, and related tax considerations
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda or recommendations
• Meet with clients to gather information, advise, and deliver estate planning guidance
• Apply strong judgment and analytical skills to client matters
• Collaborate with colleagues while also working independently on assigned matters
• Manage workload and maintain billable hours in alignment with firm expectations
Qualifications:
• 2+ years of estate planning legal experience (required)
• Ideally 3–5 years overall legal/litigation practice exposure
• Strong communication, writing, and research abilities
• Familiarity with probate, trust administration, and estate planning documents
• Ability to exercise sound legal judgment
• Strong employment history and demonstrated commitment to client service
• Ability to work independently and within a collaborative team
• Real estate experience is a plus
Work Schedule & Hybrid Policy:
• First 60 days: fully onsite for training and integration
• After training: hybrid schedule with 2 remote days per week
• Additional onsite attendance may be required based on client needs
• Hybrid schedule may be adjusted if attendance guidelines are not met
Why Join This Firm:
• Exceptionally low billable requirement (1400 hours) compared to market norms
• Collaborative, collegial, and supportive work environment
• Meaningful mentorship and clear growth opportunities
• Balanced workload for attorneys seeking stability and professional fulfillment
• Competitive compensation, benefits, and performance‑based bonuses
• Ideal for attorneys transitioning from high‑pressure environments
Location: Downtown Portland, OR
Compensation: $58 - $72 per hour
Employment Type: Temp to Hire
Billable Requirement: 1400 hours/year (one of the lowest targets in Portland)
Bonus: Typical annual bonuses range from $5,000–$15,000 based on billables
Schedule: Full-time; hybrid after 60 days onsite (2 remote days per week)
* Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and 401K plan. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
The firm is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply. All applications are treated confidentially.
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• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance