Senior Associate, Probate & Trust Litigation – Hybrid

COA Network Inc; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Keystone is a leading California law firm specializing in probate litigation and administration. The Los Angeles office seeks experienced attorneys to handle trust and estate matters from inception to trial, including depositions and mediations.

The firm emphasizes a collaborative culture with opportunities for mentorship, professional growth, and meaningful cases. Attorneys enjoy remote/hybrid flexibility and a supportive, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Interest in probate, trust, and estate law.
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced office.
• 5+ years probate/trust litigation experience; or 8–10 years civil or family law litigation with references.

Responsibilities

• Research legal issues for trust and estate litigation matters.
• Draft pleadings, discovery, memoranda, motions, and other legal documents.
• Handle trust and estate litigation from inception through trial, including depositions, mediations, and settlements.
• Attend hearings on probate courts.
• Make independent decisions and advise clients on pre-litigation and litigation matters.
• Handle conservatorship or guardianship matters from initiation to representation.
• Handle probate administrations from initiation to discharge.
• Consult and advise trustees or beneficiaries on trust administration.
• Other projects, as assigned.

Skills

verbal communication

written communication

attention to detail

organizational skills

independent work

team collaboration

multitasking

client management

Job description

Keystone is a leading California law firm specializing in probate litigation and administration. The Los Angeles office seeks experienced attorneys to handle trust and estate matters from inception to trial, including depositions and mediations.

The firm emphasizes a collaborative culture with opportunities for mentorship, professional growth, and meaningful cases. Attorneys enjoy remote/hybrid flexibility and a supportive, inclusive environment.