About the company
Our client is a law firm.
The role
Raydar is recruiting for this role on behalf of our client. Join an established practice group as a senior attorney handling private wealth planning and trust matters. The position combines technical drafting and client advisory work with room to build your own relationships over time.
What you'll do
- Create tailored wealth transfer and succession plans for affluent private clients.
- Manage the administration of trusts from start to finish.
- Prepare detailed trust instruments and related legal documents.
- Contribute to a growing group while cultivating your own client following.
- Work alongside colleagues who encourage early client contact and business development.
Requirements
What we're looking for
- At least 10 years of trusts and estates experience serving affluent clients.
- Current membership in the State Bar of California.
- A law degree from an accredited school and a strong academic record.
- Deep experience drafting both revocable and irrevocable trust arrangements.
- Working knowledge of advanced wealth transfer and charitable giving structures.
- Clear writing, relationship-building and communication skills.
- An advanced tax law degree is strongly preferred.
- Willingness to work from the office 4 days per week.
Bonus points
- Background at a large or mid-size law firm.
- Solo practice experience may be considered alongside a proven record with affluent clients.
- Degree from a leading national or well-regarded regional law school.
- Enthusiasm for business development and client relationships.
- A portable client base is welcome but not required.
Benefits
Compensation and benefits
- Base salary: USD 275,000 to 325,000 per year
Location and work model
- Los Angeles, California, United States (also open to Orange County or San Francisco)
- Hybrid, 4 days per week in office
- Full-time
Skills Required
- At least 10 years of trusts and estates experience serving affluent clients
- Current membership in the State Bar of California
- Law degree from an accredited school
- Strong academic record
- Deep experience drafting revocable and irrevocable trust arrangements
- Working knowledge of advanced wealth transfer and charitable giving structures
- Clear writing, relationship-building, and communication skills
- Advanced tax law degree
- Willingness to work from the office four days per week
What We Do
Raydar is a talent acquisition and business consulting firm that connects world-class and emerging talent with growing organizations. It supports companies through team development, strategic hiring, and customized growth solutions, helping clients recruit roles such as engineers, product managers, executives, legal counsel, and quantitative traders. Raydar focuses on understanding each organization’s needs, culture, and long-term goals to build high-impact teams.
