What are the responsibilities and job description for the Estate Planning/Probate Attorney- Part-Time position at Neighborhood Legal Services of Los Angeles County?
Job Type
Part-time
Description
NLSLA provides free assistance to more than 175,000 individuals and families a year through innovative projects that expand access to justice and address the most critical needs of people living in poverty throughout Los Angeles. We are a community of people who see the law as a powerful tool to fight for individual rights and social change. Our work aims to unravel entrenched disparities that have resulted from longstanding injustice, systemic racism, and institutionalized inequality.
As such, we know that a diverse mix of minds, backgrounds and experiences enhance our vision. This value is embodied within the diversity of our community offerings and among the colleagues that help enliven our culture. Cultivating an inclusive work environment that values a range of talent and ideas is a top priority for us. We enthusiastically encourage candidates of all backgrounds and abilities to apply.
ABOUT THIS POSITION :
In 2019, in response to the Woolsey fire, NLSLA launched a new program to assist clients with estate planning and probate matters. Recognizing the ongoing need in the communities we serve, NLSLA has continued to provide trust and estates services to low-income communities throughout Los Angeles County. Over the last 5 years, our Trust and Estate's team has helped numerous low-income families preserve their homes and family wealth through essential estate planning services. As demand for these services grows, NLSLA is seeking a part-time Estate Planning / Probate Attorney to help expand our reach.
The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive legal counsel to low-income clients, helping them create effective estate plans tailored to their needs. Experience in probate and trust administration, as well as
conservatorships, guardianships, and trust and estate litigation, is highly desirable. Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills are a must.
This position reports to the Director of Pro Bono and offers potential for future growth. It is a part-time, exempt role (17.5 hours per week). We invite qualified candidates to apply for this rewarding opportunity.
THIS POSITION MAY BE RIGHT FOR YOU IF :
- YOU THRIVE IN A FAST-PACED ENVIRONMENT and excel at moving through tasks and problem solving independently.
- YOU ARE DRIVEN BY A SELF-LEARNING, INDEPENDENT ENVIRONMENT.
- YOU'VE GOT SUPERIOR COMMUNICATION SKILLS and can explain complex things in an easy-to-understand way.
- YOU HAVE AN EAGLE EYE FOR ERRORS and can proof, review and improve documents, plans, and proposals with exquisite precision.
- YOU KNOW THAT INTEGRITY MATTERS and exhibit a strong adherence to ethical
- standards including, but not limited to, the ability to maintain confidentiality and fiduciary responsibility.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT TO DO IN THIS ROLE :
Requirements
HOW YOU CAN STAND OUT :
For this role, the ideal candidate has
You will also stand out if you have :
WHAT YOU'LL NEED ON DAY ONE :
WHAT WE OFFER :
The salary range for this position, if it were full-time, would be $78,000-$86,000 annually. However, this is a part-time role at 50% (17.5 hours) of a full-time schedule, and compensation will be adjusted accordingly, with a prorated salary of $39,000-$43,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications.
Benefits include :
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
NLSLA is committed to provide a work environment that respects the dignity and worth of each individual and is free from all forms of employment discrimination based on each and every characteristic protected under the law and beyond.
Decisions related to hiring, compensating, training, evaluating performance, promoting, or terminating are made fairly, and are based on job-related qualities and abilities. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates and employees. We examine our unconscious biases and take responsibility for always striving to create an inclusive environment
that makes every employee and candidate feel welcome. Reasonable accommodations may be made.
We further expect every member of the NLSLA community to do their part to cultivate and maintain an environment where everyone has the opportunity to feel included, and is afforded the respect and dignity they deserve.
NLSLA Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion
NLSLA believes that racial healing and addressing inequities related to disability, religion, sexual orientation, class structures, gender, and race, are fundamental to expanding access to health, opportunity, and justice across diverse communities.
We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging within our organization and the communities we serve. We achieve this through :
Salary Description
Prorated Salary of $39,000-$43,000 Annually
Salary : $39,000 - $43,000
