Senior Counsel/Senior Attorney (Trust and Estate, Probate Litigation)

Jobot; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-covered medical, dental, and vision plans

Retirement plan with profit sharing

Unlimited paid time off

Bonuses for exceeding billable hours

Bar membership dues covered

Discretionary bonuses

Job summary

A prominent law firm is seeking a Senior Counsel/Senior Attorney specializing in trust and estate litigation. This role offers the flexibility to work fully remote or hybrid with a competitive salary range of $150,000 to $260,000. The successful candidate will manage cases independently, draft legal documents, and represent clients in various legal contexts. Ideal for candidates with at least 5 years of experience in probate or trust litigation and an active CA Bar license. Comprehensive benefits include medical, retirement plans, and unlimited paid time off.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid CA Bar license.
• Minimum of 5 years in probate or trust litigation preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Manage cases independently as a primary attorney.
• Draft legal documents like pleadings and motions.
• Represent clients in various legal proceedings.
• Advise clients on litigation strategies.
• Oversee probate administration matters.
• Conduct legal research and handle assigned projects.

Skills

Written communication skills

Verbal communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Client handling skills

Education

Active CA Bar license

5+ years of probate or trust litigation experience

8–10 years of civil litigation experience

Job description

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Job Details

Senior Counsel/Senior Attorney | Trust and Estate Litigation | Los Angeles, CA (Hybrid OR Fully Remote) | $150-260k+

Salary: $150,000 - $260,000 per year

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A bit about us

We are an established law firm with a long-standing reputation for providing exceptional legal services in trust, estate, probate, and conservatorship matters. Our team combines deep legal expertise with a client-focused approach, emphasizing integrity, professionalism, and practical solutions. We value collaboration, continuous learning and the use of modern tools to enhance efficiency and case outcomes. Attorneys here are trusted to manage meaningful cases independently while contributing to a supportive and collegial work environment.

Why join us

We offer the flexibility to work fully remote or hybrid in Los Angeles (2 days onsite), supporting work-life balance while maintaining a high-performing legal practice. Compensation is closely tied to your chosen billable hour target, with annual billable expectations ranging between 1,650–1,800 hours. Salary will reflect your comfort level within that range, with opportunities for performance bonuses. Extensive onboarding and ongoing support are provided, especially for attorneys transitioning into probate and trust litigation.

Benefits

• Employer-covered medical, dental and vision plans
• Retirement plan with profit sharing contribution
• Unlimited paid time off and sick time
• Bonuses for exceeding billable hours, referrals and discretionary bonuses
• Bar membership dues and CLA covered
• And many more!

Job Duties / Responsibilities

• Serve as primary attorney on trust, estate and probate litigation matters, managing cases independently.
• Draft legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery and memoranda.
• Represent clients in hearings, mediations, depositions, trials and settlement negotiations.
• Advise clients proactively on pre-litigation and litigation strategies.
• Manage conservatorship, guardianship and probate administration matters from start to finish.
• Provide consultation to trustees and beneficiaries regarding trust administration.
• Conduct legal research and handle other projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Active CA Bar license
• 5+ years of probate or trust litigation experience strongly preferred.
• 8–10 years of civil litigation will be considered.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively while managing multiple priorities.
• Comfortable handling clients and cases autonomously.

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