Senior Trust & Estate Litigator — Lead Contested Matters

1872 CONSULTING; Irvine (CA); Vor Ort; USD 200.000 - 250.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Flexible work arrangements

AI-enabled tools

Top Workplace culture

Zusammenfassung

1872 CONSULTING is seeking a Senior Trust & Estate Litigation Attorney in Orange County, CA. The role requires independent ownership of contested trust, estate, and probate matters with a substantial docket and direct client relationships.

The position emphasizes courtroom work, with a 1,600-hour annual target and a base salary up to $250,000 plus benefits. Flexible work arrangements are available, and the firm is known for its Top Workplace recognition.

Qualifikationen

• 8–15 years of litigation experience in contested trust, estate, or fiduciary matters.
• Active California Bar license in good standing and first-chair ownership of complex matters.
• Excellent research, writing, advocacy, and client communication skills.

Aufgaben

• Independently manage contested trust, estate, and probate litigation through trial.
• Take and defend depositions, draft motions, and direct discovery strategy.
• Represent clients in mediations and settlement negotiations.
• Prepare cases for trial in probate and civil courts.
• Advise clients on strategy, risk, and posture.

Kenntnisse

Litigation experience

First-chair ownership

Client relationship management

Strong research and writing

Tools

California Bar license

Jobbeschreibung

1872 CONSULTING is seeking a Senior Trust & Estate Litigation Attorney in Orange County, CA. The role requires independent ownership of contested trust, estate, and probate matters with a substantial docket and direct client relationships.

The position emphasizes courtroom work, with a 1,600-hour annual target and a base salary up to $250,000 plus benefits. Flexible work arrangements are available, and the firm is known for its Top Workplace recognition.