Quick overview
Job description
About the Role
Join a growing trust and estate litigation practice as a senior attorney ready to lead complex matters and help shape the group's next stage of growth. You will guide case strategy, advise clients, and mentor junior attorneys.
What You'll Do
Lead complex trust, probate, and fiduciary litigation matters from inception through resolution.
Represent trustees, executors, administrators, and beneficiaries in trust and probate disputes.
Represent older adults and their families in financial elder abuse litigation.
Build client relationships and serve as a trusted advisor on key matters.
Contribute to business development and the continued growth of the practice.
Supervise, mentor, and provide feedback to associates working on litigation matters.
Help shape the direction and culture of the practice group.
What We're Looking For
At least 8 years of dedicated trust and estate litigation experience in California, with active involvement in litigation matters.
Experience leading strategy in complex trust, probate, or fiduciary disputes, including will and trust contests, fiduciary duty claims, accounting disputes, surcharge actions, or elder abuse matters.
Active California State Bar membership in good standing and a Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
Experience mentoring or supervising junior attorneys and readiness to help lead and grow a practice group.
Bay Area trust and estate litigation community connections are valued; an existing book of business is not required.
Authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
Compensation & Benefits
Base salary: $225,000 to $275,000 annually. Visa sponsorship is not available.
Location
Hybrid work arrangement, with the primary location in San Mateo, California. Pleasanton and San Jose office options are also available.