Probate Litigator Attorney for Costa Mesa Office

Job Overview:

A law firm seeks a mid-level Associate Attorney with expertise in probate litigation to join its team in Costa Mesa, CA. The ideal candidate will handle all aspects of probate cases, including trust and business litigation, with minimal supervision. This is an exciting opportunity for a reliable and dedicated attorney looking to build a long-term career within a supportive and collaborative environment.

Duties:

• Prepare and present legal arguments to judges and juries in probate, trust, and business litigation cases.
• Conduct in-depth legal research to support case strategies.
• Draft legal briefs, motions, and other court-related documents.
• Keep clients informed and updated on case progress through clear and professional communication.
• Appear in court for hearings, trials, and other legal proceedings.
• Collaborate with partners and associate attorneys to ensure effective case management and progression.
• Delegate tasks to paralegals and clerical staff while monitoring and reviewing their work.

Requirements:

• Active and in good standing with the California State Bar.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in litigation, with a focus on probate or trust law.
• Proven courtroom experience, with a track record of successful case management.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong client relationships.
• Capable of working both independently and as part of a collaborative legal team.
• Highly organized, with attention to detail and the ability to handle multiple cases simultaneously.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Licensed to practice law in the state of California.

Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, and Excel) and Adobe Acrobat.
• Strong interpersonal skills for client communication and team collaboration.
• Superior legal writing, research, and document drafting abilities.

Location:

• Costa Mesa, CA

Benefits:

• 401(k) with matching contributions.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and life insurance.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Short and long-term disability insurance.
• Additional supplemental benefit options.

This revised job description has been tailored to ensure confidentiality while guiding applicants to apply through the recruiting firm, avoiding any connection to the source.

This law firm has extensive experience in business transactions and litigation. Their areas of practice include class action litigation, estates, tax, securities law, insurance law, family law, criminal law, commercial litigation, bankruptcy, asset protection, and more. Their offices are located in Costa Mesa and Sacramento, CA; and Seattle, WA.