Senior Associate or Counsel, Trust & Estate Litigation

About the Role

Join a growing trust and estate litigation practice at an established Bay Area law firm. You will lead complex matters, mentor attorneys, and help shape the group's next stage of growth.

What You'll Do

• Lead complex trust, probate, and fiduciary litigation matters from inception through resolution.

• Develop case strategy for will and trust contests, fiduciary duty disputes, accounting matters, surcharge actions, and elder abuse litigation.

• Represent trustees, executors, administrators, beneficiaries, older adults, and their families in contested matters.

• Build and maintain client relationships, serving as a trusted advisor and primary point of contact.

• Contribute to practice development and help grow the group's client base.

• Supervise, delegate work to, and mentor associate attorneys.

• Help shape the direction and culture of the litigation group.

What We're Looking For

• At least 8 years of dedicated trust and estate litigation experience in California, with active litigation practice.

• Strong experience in probate court, will and trust contests, fiduciary duty claims, accounting disputes, surcharge actions, or related elder abuse matters.

• Active membership in good standing with the State Bar of California.

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.

• Demonstrated ability to lead complex case strategy and supervise or mentor junior attorneys.

• Existing relationships in the Bay Area trust and estate litigation community are valued; a book of business is not required.

• Authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary range: $225,000 to $275,000 annually. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Location

Hybrid role based in San Mateo, California, with Pleasanton and San Jose offices also available. Flexible arrangements may be considered for senior candidates.