Senior Litigation Associate

Innovative Career Resources & Staffing; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A rapidly growing Southern California-based Trust and Estates Litigation Law Firm is seeking a Senior Litigation Attorney/Senior Litigation Associate to lead challenging cases in Irvine. This high-impact role involves managing complex trust litigation matters, mentoring junior staff, and working within a values-driven environment to ensure excellence.

Benefits

Unlimited paid time off

Health, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with profit sharing

Tech and CLE reimbursement

Quarterly team events and firm retreats

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of litigation experience.
• Expert-level familiarity with the California Probate Code.
• Prior experience managing junior attorneys is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage your own litigation caseload from intake to resolution.
• Draft strategic pleadings and motions with minimal oversight.
• Mentor junior attorneys and contribute to firm-wide strategy.

Skills

Litigation

Mentoring

Client Communication

Education

Active California Bar license

Job description

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Base pay range

$200,000.00/yr - $300,000.00/yr

Direct message the job poster from Innovative Career Resources & Staffing

A rapidly growing Southern California-based Trust and Estates Litigation Law Firm is looking to hire a Senior Litigation Attorney / Senior Litigation Associate. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to step into a high-impact role at the flagship office in Irvine- JWA Airport area. If you're a sharp, strategic litigator who wants to lead challenging cases, work alongside an exceptional team, and be part of a firm that’s redefining trust litigation, we want to meet you.

The Senior Litigation Attorney / Senior Litigation Associate will be responsible for, but not limited to:

• Leading and managing your own litigation caseload from intake to resolution.
• Drafting strategic pleadings and strong motions with minimal oversight.
• Taking and defending depositions; preparing for hearings and trials.
• Communicating effectively with clients, colleagues, and the court.
• Mentoring junior attorneys and contributing to firm-wide strategy sessions.
• Collaborating seamlessly with any existing team members you bring onboard.
• Managing full-cycle trust and estate litigation matters through trial/resolution.
• Supervising and delegating to assigned paralegals and legal assistants.
• Participating in regular case review meetings and trial strategy sessions.
• Assisting in training and mentoring attorneys or legal staff as needed.
• Collaborating across pods and offices to ensure consistent excellence and efficiency.
• Working closely with any trusted professionals you integrate into our firm.

Requirements:

• Active California Bar license in good standing.
• 5–8 years of litigation experience, including depositions, court appearances, and motion practice.
• 2+ years of dedicated trust and estate litigation experience.
• Expert-level familiarity with the California Probate Code, Code of Civil Procedure, and Evidence Code.
• Prior experience managing junior attorneys or paralegals is a plus

Here’s what makes us different:

• Flagship Office Opportunity – Join our Orange County headquarters and lead complex cases with impact.
• Smart Support – Work with top-tier paralegals, a skilled intake team, and firm-wide systems that let you focus on the law.
• Mentorship + Growth – Structured support to help you grow toward partnership and beyond.
• Culture You’ll Actually Like – Core values that we live by, not just print on the wall.
• Real Litigation Work – Our cases don’t sit—we push toward trial or resolution.
• Values-Driven Environment – Radical candor, radical respect, and no jerks allowed.
• Room to Grow Together – We’re open to welcoming high-performing legal professionals you’ve already built synergy with.
• Position Type: Full-Time / Exempt
• Compensation Range: $200,000 – $300,000 based on experience, plus bonuses
• Benefits Include:
• Unlimited paid time off
• Health, dental, and vision coverage with monthly firm contribution
• 401(k) with profit sharing
• Tech and CLE reimbursement
• Bar dues and professional development covered
• Quarterly team events and firm retreats
• Work Location: On-site in Orange County with hybrid flexibility after initial period

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Legal Services

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

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