Trust and Probate Litigator

Job Overview
A well-regarded law firm is seeking a talented Trust and Probate Litigation Attorney with 3-5 years of experience in trust and probate matters. The ideal candidate will have expertise in prosecuting or defending will or trust contests, accounting petitions, trustee removal, and fiduciary-related disputes. This role offers an opportunity for career advancement in a dynamic, collaborative environment while working with experienced mentors.

Location

• Pasadena, CA

Duties

• Handle trust and probate litigation, including will/trust contests, accounting petitions, trustee removal, and fiduciary-related disputes.
• Represent clients in elder financial abuse litigation.
• Propound and respond to discovery requests.
• Conduct and defend depositions.
• Draft petitions, motions, and other legal documents.
• Provide counsel in contested conservatorship and guardianship matters.
• Advise clients on trust and probate issues and disputes.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys in managing complex cases.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in trust and probate litigation.
• Proven experience in will/trust contests, accounting petitions, and fiduciary-related disputes.
• Experience with elder financial abuse litigation.
• Ability to propound and respond to discovery.
• Experience in conducting and defending depositions.
• Strong legal writing and drafting skills, including petitions and motions.
• Experience in contested conservatorship and guardianship matters is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active membership in the relevant state bar (e.g., California Bar, if applicable).

Skills

• Expertise in trust and probate litigation
• Strong litigation and trial preparation skills
• Effective client communication and relationship-building
• Proficient in legal research and legal writing
• Knowledge of fiduciary responsibilities and elder law issues
• Skilled in discovery processes and deposition procedures

Benefits

• Opportunity for mentorship and career development
• Collaborative and collegial work environment
• Professional growth through exposure to high-stakes trust and probate litigation
• Competitive compensation package

This firm has a sophisticated and diverse practice, serving individuals and family owned businesses as well as serving as general or special counsel to many entities. This firm has an active recruitment program designed to locate and hire the best-qualified law student and attorney candidates, but they also hire lawyers laterally from other firms to address specific hiring needs. The firm focuses primarily on three practice areas: business, litigation and trust/estate planning, and the lawyers devote significant amounts of time to professional activities, including the local, state and national bar associations. In beautiful downtown Pasadena, this firm offers compensation on a par with other similar firms in the market and billable hours that are average for similar firms.