Senior Probate Associate

Adams & Martin Group; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K with 3% employer match

Firm-paid bar dues

Profit-sharing contributions

Job summary

A growing tech-forward law firm located in California is seeking a Senior Associate / Senior Counsel to manage trust and estate litigation matters. The ideal candidate must have 5+ years of litigation experience, preferably in probate, and be barred in California. This role offers the flexibility of hybrid or fully remote work. The firm promotes a supportive culture with dedicated assistants and benefits including a competitive salary, bonuses, and comprehensive insurance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of litigation experience, preferably in probate.
• Must be detail-oriented and manage multiple cases.

Responsibilities

• Serve as lead attorney on trust and estate litigation cases.
• Handle cases from inception through trial.
• Draft pleadings and legal memoranda.

Skills

Legal writing

Research skills

Organization

Tech-savvy

Education

CA BAR

Job description

Senior Associate / Senior Counsel - Probate Litigation

Location: California (Hybrid or Remote)

A growing, tech-forward law firm is seeking a Senior Associate / Senior Counsel to handle trust and estate litigation matters. This role offers hybrid or fully remote flexibility and requires 5+ years of probate litigation experience or 8-10 years of civil/family litigation experience with a strong interest in probate. Extensive training will be provided for those transitioning into the field.

MUST BE BARRED AND LOCATED IN CA

Responsibilities

• Serve as lead attorney and primary client contact on trust and estate litigation cases.
• Handle cases from inception through trial, including depositions, mediations, and court appearances.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and legal memoranda.
• Represent fiduciaries, trustees, and beneficiaries in probate, trust administration, and estate matters.

Qualifications

• CA BAR
• 5+ years of litigation experience (probate experience preferred but not required).
• Strong legal writing and research skills (writing sample required).
• Detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to manage multiple cases.
• Tech‑savvy and comfortable using legal technology in a paperless environment.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $160,000 - $260,000 (commensurate with experience).
• Bonus Structure:
  • Any hour billed over receive 20% revenue.
  • Discretionary bonus: 15% collections and realizations.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401K with 3% employer match (no employee contribution required).
• Profit‑sharing contributions to retirement.
• Firm‑paid bar dues and MCLE (including access to UCLA CEB resources).

Firm Culture

• Open to candidates throughout California with an office in West Los Angeles.
• Each attorney has a dedicated legal assistant for support.
• Tech‑forward firm.
• Collaborative culture with quarterly social events (happy hours, chair massages, etc.).

This is a great opportunity for a motivated attorney seeking growth in a forward‑thinking and collaborative firm.

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, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.