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 chapter. This is a leadership opportunity for an experienced California litigator who values client service, collaboration, and developing junior attorneys.
What You'll Do
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Lead complex trust, probate, and fiduciary litigation from case assessment through resolution.
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Drive case strategy in will and trust contests, fiduciary duty claims, accounting disputes, surcharge actions, and elder abuse matters.
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Represent trustees, executors, administrators, beneficiaries, seniors, and their families in litigation.
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Build and maintain client relationships, serving as a trusted advisor and primary contact.
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Contribute to business development and the continued growth of the practice.
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Supervise, delegate work to, and mentor associates on active matters.
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Help shape the direction and collegial culture of the practice group.
What We're Looking For
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At least 8 years of dedicated trust and estate litigation experience in California, with active litigation practice in this area.
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Strong experience with probate court matters, will and trust contests, fiduciary duty claims, accounting disputes, surcharge actions, and financial elder abuse litigation.
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Active California State Bar membership in good standing and a Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
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Demonstrated ability to lead complex case strategy and supervise or mentor junior attorneys.
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Established relationships in the Bay Area trust and estate litigation community are valued; a book of business is not required.
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Authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
Compensation & Benefits
Annual base salary: $225,000 to $275,000. Visa sponsorship is not available.
Location
Hybrid work arrangement, based primarily in San Mateo, California. Pleasanton and San Jose offices are also available.
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