A leading boutique firm is seeking an experienced Trust & Estates Litigation Attorney to join its highly respected team in Pleasant Hill. This is a key position for a confident litigator with a passion for client advocacy, deep familiarity with California courts, and a desire to grow into a leadership role within the firm. As the firm’s primary litigation attorney, you’ll manage a dynamic caseload involving estate disputes, trust litigation, conservatorships, and inheritance conflicts. You’ll be supported by seasoned partners and paralegals, while being entrusted with full case ownership, from discovery and depositions to trial prep and strategic settlement discussions. They are looking for a self-starter who thrives in a collaborative environment, enjoys mentoring junior attorneys, and is interested in building a long-term career with partnership potential.

Salary Range: $150,000 – $190,000 / year DOE

Trust & Estates Litigation Attorney Responsibilities:

• Manage a diverse caseload of estate, trust, and conservatorship litigation matters
• Lead case strategy, discovery, depositions, settlement negotiations, and trial preparation
• Represent clients in court and virtual proceedings across multiple California counties
• Maintain close communication with clients, providing empathetic yet strategic counsel
• Mentor junior attorneys and contribute to building the firm’s litigation department
• Collaborate with partners on firm growth initiatives, including business development

Trust & Estates Litigation Attorney Requirements:

• Active California Bar license and minimum 5 years of litigation experience
• Experience with Trusts & Estates litigation is strongly preferred
• Familiarity with discovery, depositions, and trial prep
• Exceptional communication, writing, and client relationship skills
• Ability to manage deadlines and litigation calendars with minimal supervision
• Comfortable working fully onsite in Pleasant Hill
• Collaborative, a clear communicator, and self-aware
• Experience in related practice areas will be considered
• Proficiency in legal case management systems

Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Profit Sharing
• 401(k) with company match
• Comprehensive medical benefits
• Vision & Dental insurance
• Generous PTO

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