Quick overview
Job description
About the Role
Join a growing trust and estate litigation practice as a senior attorney with an opportunity to help lead and shape the group. You will guide complex matters, advise clients, and support the development of junior attorneys.
What You'll Do
Lead complex trust, probate, and fiduciary litigation from initial strategy through resolution.
Represent trustees, executors, administrators, beneficiaries, older adults, and their families in disputes, including financial elder abuse matters.
Handle will and trust contests, fiduciary duty claims, accounting disputes, and surcharge actions.
Build client relationships and serve as a trusted advisor and primary point of contact.
Supervise, mentor, and provide feedback to associates working on active matters.
Contribute to practice growth and help shape the group's direction and culture.
What We're Looking For
At least 8 years of dedicated trust and estate litigation experience in California, with active litigation practice.
Active membership in good standing with the State Bar of California.
Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
Experience driving strategy on complex trust, probate, fiduciary, or elder abuse matters.
Leadership skills, including experience supervising or mentoring junior attorneys.
Strong client relationship skills and engagement with the Bay Area trust and estate litigation community; an established book of business is valued but 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, with the primary location in San Mateo, California. Pleasanton and San Jose offices are also available.