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Attorney, Tax & Estate Planning in Irvine, California at Brown & Streza LLP

Salary: $180000 - $235000
Brown & Streza LLP
Irvine, California, 92618, United States
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Job Description

Join a Two-Time 2025 Award Winning Team

Compensation: $180,000 – $235,000 (commensurate with experience, qualifications, and billing rates)

Bonus Eligibility: Quarterly performance bonuses


For over five decades, Brown & Streza has been a trusted Orange County law firm serving high‑net‑worth families, closely held businesses, and charitable organizations in sophisticated practice areas such as estate planning, business planning, complex income tax, mergers and acquisitions, and the charitable sector.

We are honored to have been named a 2025 Top Workplace by the Orange County Register and a 2025 Best Place to Work by the OC Business Journal, distinctions based on confidential employee feedback.

We are currently seeking an Associate Attorney to focus on both foundational estate planning and advanced estate and tax planning matters for the families we serve. This role offers meaningful client interaction and the opportunity to develop deep technical expertise while working alongside experienced practitioners.

If you value precision, enjoy client engagement, and are looking to grow your career in a firm that prioritizes professional development and invests in its people, we'd love to meet you.


What You'll Do

Handle advanced estate and income tax planning matters for high‑net‑worth clientsDraft highly customized foundational and advanced estate planning documentsMeet with clients and provide guidance on the design and structure of revocable living trusts and irrevocable gifting trustsResearch estate planning, tax, and related legal issuesEvaluate, update, and coordinate template documents, correspondence, and internal proceduresWork closely with the Firm’s dedicated marketing team, which will actively support you in developing and growing your practiceMeet a reasonable annual billable‑hour expectation of 1,600 hours


What You’ll Bring

Required

J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to the California Bar in good standingMinimum of three years of experience practicing estate planningStrong drafting skills with exceptional attention to detailSolid knowledge of estate and gift tax principles

Preferred

LL.M. in Taxation or Estate Planning, or a background in tax lawBroad understanding of corporate matters affecting closely held businessesAbility to interact comfortably and professionally with clients and firm leadership; strong interpersonal and communication skillsFlexibility and adaptability in a fast‑paced environment, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and respond effectively to client needsAbility to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a teamDemonstrated commitment to professionalism and openness to supporting a range of project types as firm needs evolve


What We Offer

Health & Wealth

    Five medical plans — three with an employer-funded HSADental and vision coverage401(k) with significant employer matchingEmployer-paid life and disability coverageEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Access to additional supplemental insurance plans

Time & Flexibility

    Hybrid work schedule (on-site Tuesdays & Thursdays)Eleven paid holidays annuallyDiscretionary time‑off policy, Attorneys balance the needs of their practice with personal life events

Culture & Community

Partner mentorship, with ongoing CLE and professional development supportRecognized as a 2025 Top Workplace by the Orange County RegisterNamed a 2025 Best Place to Work by the OC Business Journal“Raving Fan” service culture grounded in seven core valuesWeekly team lunches and monthly birthday celebrations Firm‑sponsored events (e.g., Administrative Professionals Day, Summer Party, Harvest Luncheon, Holiday Party)Employee recognition program and in‑office massage offerings

Your Day-to-Day (Irvine office)

Newly remodeled office space with state‑of‑the‑art technologyNewly remodeled on‑site gym, complimentary for employee useCourtyard, lounge, and café within the office complexConvenient on‑site services, including dry cleaning, auto detailing, and car washCatered lunch provided every TuesdayComplimentary snacks and refreshments


Ready to grow your career at an award‑winning firm?

Apply through the link below — we carefully review every application and will follow up regarding next steps.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Brown & Streza, LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions, and lactation), gender identity or including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.

Job Location

Irvine, California, 92618, United States

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