CAREERS

Welcome to the Thompson Welch Soroko & Gilbert “TWSG” career page. TWSG is a boutique law firm with offices in San Rafael and San Francisco. We offer a rewarding work environment with a commitment to creating long-term relationships with our clients by providing excellent service. Our firm values a work-life balance and fosters a culture of professional growth and opportunities.

We offer competitive salary and benefits package and possible hybrid work arrangements. Our San Rafael main office has ample free parking and is a short walk from the Civic Center Smart Train station. Our San Francisco office is in the historic district of Jackson Square.

TWSG provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws.

Please apply by email with a cover letter and resume to cmcguire@twsglaw.com. Following screening interviews, applicants may be asked to provide writing samples, law school transcript, and/or other documents.

Thank you, and we look forward to hearing from you.

T&E SENIOR LEVEL PARALEGAL

The Position:
We are seeking a dedicated paralegal to join our trusts & estates practice. While the ideal candidate will have five to ten years of experience in trust administration, probate, and estate planning, we are open to considering candidates with slightly less experience who demonstrate strong skills and commitment.

What You’ll Do:
As a member of our team, you will work closely with attorneys and other paralegals to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and client needs. Your organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to expedite projects to completion will be essential to your success in this role.

What We’re Looking For:

  • A motivated professional with proven experience in T&E support.

  • Collaborative and adaptable, with a commitment to delivering high-quality work.

Why Join Us:

  • Experience personal satisfaction from making a meaningful impact by helping people.

  • Dive deep into the complex world of trusts and estates, fueling your fascination and expertise.

  • Enjoy working with a friendly team of professionals who value collaboration and camaraderie.

Compensation:
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. We expect to pay between $30/hour and $55/hour, depending on experience and other relevant factors. The final compensation offered to the successful candidate will be based on various factors, including the type and years of job experience, education, and overall qualifications and skill set.

How to Apply:
Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing relevant experience.

Thank you for considering Thompson Welch Soroko & Gilbert LLP.

T&E Senior Level Attorney w/LL.M in EP or Tax

Position Overview:
We are seeking a sophisticated estate planning/trust administration attorney with a minimum of 8-10 years of experience and partnership aspirations.

Our firm is particularly accomplished in estate planning & administration, corporate and business transactions, real estate transactions, tax, and litigation related to these practices. Our estate planning practice includes work with high-net wealth clients.

Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will have strong credentials, experience with a mid-to-large-sized firm or a trusts & estates boutique, and the skills and motivation to develop a thriving practice. He or she will share our firm values of collegiality and excellence and appreciate our emphasis on work-life balance and professional growth.

What We Offer:
We offer competitive compensation and benefits. The salary range that we expect to pay for this position is between $180,000 to $225,000, depending on experience and other relevant factors. Additional compensation may include discretionary bonuses. We offer a hybrid work environment. Ample free parking in San Rafael, and our office is a short walk from the Civic Center Smart Train station.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Confer with clients to identify their objectives and concerns.

  • Evaluate client situations to identify strategies and apply a comprehensive understanding of planning and administration techniques.

  • Counsel clients about possible strategies to reach objectives.

  • Draft estate plans and trust administration documents (sometimes basic, sometimes advanced) to implement strategies.

  • Work well with attorneys in other practice areas and with firm support to leverage team-wide capacity and maximize efficiency.

  • Cultivate relationships with the firm’s existing clients.

  • Originate new clients.

REQUIREMENTS: 

  • J.D. from ABA-approved school.

  • Active License with the State Bar of California.

  • An LLM in tax or estate planning, preferred.

  • 8-10 years of experience in estate planning, probate, and trust administration.

How to Apply:
Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing relevant experience. Two writing samples will be required for consideration.

Junior Trusts & Estates Paralegal
Interested in finance, wealth planning, spreadsheets, economics, trusts, wills, or how high-net-worth families manage assets across generations? This could be a great fit.

We are looking for a smart, organized, and motivated paralegal to join our Estate Planning, Trust Administration, and Probate team.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys analytical work, solving problems, managing details, and working directly with attorneys and clients on meaningful matters.

What You’ll Do

  • Assist with trust administration, probate, and estate planning matters

  • Work with financial records, asset information, and legal documents

  • Help manage deadlines, client communications, and case organization

  • Handle administrative support tasks, including scanning, copying, mailing, filing, and organizing documents

  • Help keep complex projects moving efficiently

What We’re Looking For

  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

  • Comfortable with spreadsheets, numbers, and documentation

  • Professional, reliable, and eager to learn

  • Interest in law, finance, economics, accounting, or wealth management

2–5 years of relevant experience is preferred, but we are open to strong junior candidates with the right mindset and work ethic.

Why Join Us

  • Learn a highly specialized and valuable area of law

  • Work closely with experienced attorneys in a collaborative and friendly environment

  • Hybrid flexibility

  • Office near the Marin Civic Center SMART Train station with free parking

  • Competitive compensation and benefits

  • Do meaningful work that genuinely helps people and families

Compensation
Expected pay range: $30–$38/hour, depending on experience and other relevant factors. The final compensation offered to the successful candidate will be based on various factors, including the type and years of job experience, education, and overall qualifications and skill set.

How to Apply:
To apply, please email your resume and cover letter.