Probate Attorney

The Los Angeles County Bar Association - LACBA; Los Angeles (CA); Remote; USD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic litigation and family law group dedicated to serving California individuals and businesses. This full-time position offers the opportunity to engage in diverse legal activities, including drafting pleadings, conducting research, and representing clients in court. Ideal candidates will possess a strong work ethic, excellent client service skills, and a desire to excel in probate law. With a focus on collaboration and professional growth, this role is perfect for experienced attorneys looking to make a significant impact in the legal field. Embrace the challenge and advance your career in a supportive environment that values excellence and integrity.

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed California attorney with 6-16 years of experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of probate, wills, trust, and estate litigation experience.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, conduct research, and write motions.
• Meet with clients and handle family law cases.

Skills

Probate Law

Wills and Trusts

Litigation

Client Service

Negotiation

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Licensed California Attorney

Law Degree

Job description

Job description

PROBATE ATTORNEY - Remote

This is a growing litigation and family law group focused on serving California individuals and businesses.

Description of the Position:

Primary duties will include: meeting with clients, drafting pleadings, administering depositions, propounding and responding to discovery, conducting research, writing motions, making court appearances, arguing motions, participating in trials, interviewing witnesses, drafting agreements, negotiating settlements, attending mediations, and arbitrations, handling family law cases and other activities requested by the partners.

Requirements:

* Must be a licensed California attorney

*Excellent academic credentials.

*Strong work ethic and reliability are a must.

*Exemplary client service skills with prompt response levels at all times.

*Desire to make court appearances, argue motions, and participate in hearings

*6-16 years of experience as a licensed attorney.

* Minimum of 5 years of probate; wills, trust, and estate litigation experience

* Detail-oriented with strong drafting and negotiating skills and the ability to communicate legal subject matter to non-attorneys.

*Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, business judgment, and strategic legal thinking.

*Ability to manage workflow independently to meet firm deadlines while achieving business and risk management objectives.

*Courtroom experience preferred but not a prerequisite.

*Knowledge of the Code of Civil Procedure

Job Type: Full-time