Senior Trust and Estates Litigation Attorney

A law firm in Newport Beach is seeking a Senior Trust and Estates Litigation Attorney with the following responsibilities, qualifications, and benefits:

Job Overview:

The Senior Trust and Estates Litigation Attorney will be responsible for handling a caseload of probate and trust litigation matters, representing clients in court proceedings, and providing legal advice and counsel on trust and estate issues.

Duties:

• Manage a caseload of probate and trust litigation matters, including will contests, trust disputes, and fiduciary litigation.
• Represent clients in court hearings, mediations, and settlement negotiations.
• Conduct legal research, draft legal documents, and prepare pleadings and motions.
• Provide legal advice and counsel to clients on trust and estate issues.
• Collaborate with other attorneys and staff members on case strategy and client representation.
• Attend continuing legal education courses and stay updated on changes in trust and estate law.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active Bar admission in the state of California.
• 5+ years of experience practicing probate and trust litigation.
• Strong organizational and detail-oriented skills.
• Excellent communication, writing, and analytical skills.
• Professional demeanor and a strong work ethic.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active Bar admission in the state of California.

Skills:

• Strong organizational and detail-oriented skills.
• Excellent communication, writing, and analytical skills.
• Legal research and writing skills.
• Client advocacy and counseling abilities.

Benefits Offered:

• Highly competitive and comprehensive salaries and incentives.
• Proven marketing that brings new clients in the door.
• A Concierge Team (licensed CA attorneys) to intake clients.
• A dedicated Discovery team of attorneys working with our family law litigators.
• An evolving hybrid/WFH policy to promote work/life balance.
• In-house CPA, Forensic Accountant.
• In-house Bar certified MCLE courses, as well as access to resources, and opportunities to attend conferences, seminars, and other educational programming that fosters professional development and growth.
• Pride in training our attorneys to be the best. We have 13 Certified Family Law Specialist Attorneys (CFLS) including a dual-certified Appellate Law Specialist.
• Opportunities for growth, including Partnership.
• 75% employer contribution for all healthcare plans offered. Dental, vision and dependent coverage is available, including domestic partners.
• Life, short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Health Savings Accounts, with qualifying health plan selection.
• 401(k) participation.
• Paid parking.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).