Senior Estate Planning Attorney

SENIOR ESTATE PLANNING ATTORNEY (FULLY REMOTE – CA LICENSE REQUIRED)

Are you a seasoned estate planning attorney ready to let go of the grind of solo practice or looking for a firm that actually shares your values? At Cookman Law, we’re on a mission to help families across California plan for the future with clarity, compassion, and confidence. We provide high-quality estate planning and probate services with a special focus on supporting individuals with disabilities and their loved ones. We’re growing, and we’re looking for an experienced Estate Planning Attorney to join our team.

This is a rare opportunity to do fulfilling, purpose-driven legal work without the stress of running a business. We handle the marketing, admin, and billing. You focus on what matters: clients.

$130,000 - $150,000 per year

As a key member of our team, you’ll:

• Manage limited conservatorship cases, including drafting, filing, and representing clients in court
• Handle probate matters from start to finish, from petitions to administration and representation at hearings
• Lead initial estate planning consultations to assess client needs and craft thoughtful strategies
• Draft core estate planning documents, including trusts, wills, powers of attorney, and more
• Appear in court for probate and conservatorship matters (must be confident and competent doing so)
• Collaborate with our legal team to ensure smooth case progression and stellar client experience
• Learn and grow in special needs planning by receiving mentorship and training in drafting Special Needs Trusts and guiding families with children or adults with disabilities

• Active California Bar license
• Experience with probate and/or limited conservatorships (required)
• Confident appearing in court (remotely)
• Strong drafting, research, and communication skills
• Ability to manage matters independently, while also collaborating with a remote team
• Compassionate, client-focused mindset with a high standard of professionalism
• Curiosity and motivation to grow your skills in special needs planning

A fully remote firm that serves clients throughout California. We offer candidates a chance to serve without ever stepping into an office. Flexible hours that allow you to build a schedule around your life, not the other way around. A supportive, mission-driven team of compassionate, skilled professionals who genuinely care about the work and each other. Purposeful work helping families protect their most vulnerable loved ones. Ongoing mentorship and training in special needs and disability planning, a highly valued and deeply impactful legal niche.