Mid-Level Trust & Estate Litigation Attorney

About the Role

Join a growing trust and estate litigation practice at an established California law firm. You will handle contested trust and probate matters with increasing independence, work closely with experienced attorneys, and contribute to the development of the team.

What You'll Do

• Handle trust and estate disputes, including will and trust contests, fiduciary duty claims, accounting disputes, and removal actions.

• Represent trustees, executors, administrators, and beneficiaries in probate litigation.

• Represent older adults and their families in financial elder abuse matters.

• Collaborate with senior attorneys on case strategy, legal research, briefing, and trial preparation.

• Build direct client relationships and support the development of junior associates and the practice group.

What We're Looking For

• Four to six years of direct trust and estate litigation experience, including contested probate or trust matters.

• Experience representing parties such as trustees, executors, administrators, or beneficiaries in litigation.

• A Juris Doctor from an accredited law school and active membership in the California State Bar in good standing.

• Strong analytical, negotiation, writing, and client communication skills, with a collaborative and collegial approach.

• Interest in growing toward a leadership role within a team-oriented practice.

• U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status.

Compensation & Benefits

The annual salary range is $175,000 to $225,000. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Location

Hybrid role based in San Mateo, California, with regular in-office presence.