Senior Trust & Estate Litigator — Remote, Lead & Mentor

Jobot; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 200,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with profit sharing

PTO

Dental, vision coverage

CLE reimbursement

Bar dues and professional development

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Senior Trust & Estate Litigation Attorney in California to join a well-established firm with a strong focus on complex probate litigation. Hybrid role based in Irvine or San Diego, CA, handling a full caseload from intake to resolution while mentoring junior attorneys.

You will draft pleadings, take depositions, participate in hearings, and collaborate with a long-standing team. California Bar in good standing and 5+ years of trust & estate litigation required.

Qualifications

• Active California Bar license required.
• 5+ years of litigation experience, including depositions, court appearances, and motion practice.
• Strong familiarity with Probate Code, Code of Civil Procedure, and Evidence Code.
• Prior experience mentoring junior attorneys or paralegals is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage your own litigation caseload from intake to resolution.
• Draft strategic pleadings and strong motions with minimal oversight.
• Take and defend depositions; prepare for hearings and trials.
• Communicate effectively with clients, colleagues, and the court.
• Mentor junior attorneys and contribute to firm-wide strategy sessions.
• Collaborate seamlessly with any existing team members you bring onboard.

Skills

Litigation experience

Deposition skills

Court appearances

Motion practice

Mentoring juniors

Client communication

Education

Active California Bar license

Job description

Jobot is seeking a Senior Trust & Estate Litigation Attorney in California to join a well-established firm with a strong focus on complex probate litigation. Hybrid role based in Irvine or San Diego, CA, handling a full caseload from intake to resolution while mentoring junior attorneys.

You will draft pleadings, take depositions, participate in hearings, and collaborate with a long-standing team. California Bar in good standing and 5+ years of trust & estate litigation required.