Junior Associate - Probate Litigation Attorney

Adams & Martin Group; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Employer-paid life insurance

401(k) plan

Mentorship and professional dev.

Job summary

Adams & Martin Group is seeking an Associate Attorney (Probate & Estate Litigation) to join its Trusts, Estates, and Probate Litigation practice. The attorney will work closely with senior attorneys on probate, trust, and guardianship matters, with mentorship and professional development in a collaborative, technology-forward firm.

The role supports litigation from inception through trial, including appearances in probate court, and offers a base salary of $125,000–$170,000 with billable-hour

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school
• Active California Bar admission
• 1–3 years of litigation experience in any practice area
• Probate, trust, or estate law experience preferred but not required
• Strong academic credentials; Law Review experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research related to trust, estate, and probate litigation matters
• Draft pleadings, motions, memoranda, discovery, and other legal documents
• Support litigation matters from inception through trial
• Appear in probate court proceedings
• Assist with probate administration matters through final discharge
• Assist with conservatorship and guardianship matters throughout the lifecycle of each case
• Collaborate with attorneys and legal staff on case strategy and client service initiatives
• Handle additional projects and assignments as needed

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Legal research and writing

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Active California Bar admission

Job description

Associate Attorney (Probate & Estate Litigation)

About the Opportunity

A growing, technology-forward law firm is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its Trusts, Estates, and Probate Litigation practice. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney with 1 to 3 years of litigation experience who is interested in building expertise in probate, trust, estate, conservatorship, and guardianship matters.

The successful candidate will work closely with senior attorneys and partners on a variety of litigation matters while receiving comprehensive training and mentorship. This role offers significant professional development opportunities within a collaborative and supportive team environment.

Location

Fully Remote or Hybrid

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research related to trust, estate, and probate litigation matters
• Draft pleadings, motions, memoranda, discovery, and other legal documents
• Support litigation matters from inception through trial
• Appear in probate court proceedings
• Assist with probate administration matters through final discharge
• Assist with conservatorship and guardianship matters throughout the lifecycle of each case
• Collaborate with attorneys and legal staff on case strategy and client service initiatives
• Handle additional projects and assignments as needed

Qualifications

• Demonstrated interest in probate, trust, and estate law
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities
• Exceptional legal research and writing skills
• Outstanding attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
• Ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced practice setting

Education & Experience

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Active California Bar membership required
• 1 to 3 years of litigation experience in any practice area
• Probate, trust, or estate law experience preferred but not required
• Strong academic credentials required
• Law Review experience strongly preferred

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary range: $125,000 - $170,000
• Billable hour options available, including reduced-hour tracks
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Wellness/lifestyle spending account
• 401(k) plan
• Ongoing mentorship and professional development programs
• Continuing legal education support
• Collaborative, team-oriented culture

Desired Skills and Experience

Qualifications

• Demonstrated interest in probate, trust, and estate law
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities
• Exceptional legal research and writing skills
• Outstanding attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
• Ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced practice setting
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Active California Bar membership required
• 1 to 3 years of litigation experience in any practice area
• Probate, trust, or estate law experience preferred but not required
• Strong academic credentials required
• Law Review experience strongly preferred

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.