Senior Associate or Counsel – Trust & Estate Litigation

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  • San Mateo
    22 days ago

    Job Description

    Salary range: $225K - $275K

    Location: San Mateo, CA, Pleasanton, CA, Downtown San Jose, CA

    Visa Sponsorship Details: Not open to any visas (e.g. US citizen, Green Card holders)
     
    Hybrid work policy: Hybrid flexibility with preference for San Mateo, CA office; Pleasanton or San Jose offices also available. Accommodations made for senior candidates.

    About this role

    We are looking for a Trust & Estate Litigation Attorney with 8+ years of experience to step into a leadership role within a growing practice group at a well-established Silicon Valley law firm. You'll be the next generation of leadership for a team that needs a strong litigator who can drive case strategy, mentor junior attorneys, and help build out the practice.


    What will you be doing?

    • Leading complex trust and estate litigation matters from inception through resolution

    • Taking over trust litigation work from the current group leader (who prefers to focus on probate and Supreme Court matters)

    • Cultivating client relationships and serving as a trusted advisor

    • Supervising and mentoring associates as the team grows

    • Helping shape the direction and culture of the Trust & Estate Litigation Group


    Key Requirements

    • 8+ years of dedicated trust and estate litigation experience (no crossover candidates)

    • Active membership in the State Bar of California in good standing

    • Leadership skills and readiness to be the "next gen" leader of the practice group

    • Active in the trust & estate litigation community in the Bay Area

    • Willingness to work from the San Mateo office (preferred), Pleasanton, or San Jose

    Role responsibilities
    • Drive case strategy and lead high-stakes, complex trust and estate litigation matters from inception through resolution.
    • Cultivate and deepen client relationships, serving as a trusted advisor and primary point of contact for key clients.
    • Contribute to business development initiatives and the continued growth of the Trust & Estate Litigation practice.
    • Supervise and manage associates on active matters, including delegation and oversight of case work.
    • Provide hands-on mentoring, training, feedback, and performance guidance to develop associates' litigation skills.
    • Help shape the direction and culture of the Trust & Estate Litigation Group.
    • Represent senior citizens and their families in financial elder abuse litigation.
    • Represent trustees, executors, administrators, and beneficiaries in trust and probate litigation.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationSan Mateo

    Skills

    • Business Developmentunmatched
    • Customer Relationsunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Legalunmatched
    • Litigationunmatched
    • Mentoringunmatched
    • Team Lead/Managerunmatched
    • United States Citizenunmatched

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