Senior Trust Litigation Attorney

Jobot; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 175,000 - 400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Origination bonus

Medical benefits

PTO

Job summary

Jobot in Irvine is seeking an experienced trust and estate litigator for a permanent, full-time role. You will represent clients in probate and trust disputes, draft wills and trusts, and provide strategic planning guidance in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.

The ideal candidate has a JD, California bar admission, 7+ years of trust and estate litigation, and strong analytical, negotiation, and client-service skills. Competitive compensation, benefits, and an origination bonus are offered.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• California bar admission.
• 7+ years of trust and estate litigation experience.
• Strong analytical and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in probate and trust litigation, including will contests and fiduciary duty claims.
• Provide comprehensive estate planning, drafting wills, trusts, powers of attorney.
• Advise on planning strategies to mitigate taxes and ensure wealth transfer.
• Handle probate and trust administration and conservatorship proceedings.
• Maintain strong client relationships with regular updates and responsiveness.
• Collaborate with the legal team to stay current on trust and estate law developments.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

Education

Juris Doctorate degree

Job description

Boutique firm in Irvine!

Job Overview

Salary: $175,000 - $400,000 per year

This is a permanent, full-time position that provides an opportunity to work in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment where you will be challenged daily.

Benefits

• 10% origination bonus
• Full medical benefits
• PTO

Responsibilities

1. Representing clients in probate and trust litigation matters, including will contests, trust disputes, undue influence, capacity issues, claims against fiduciaries, and breach of fiduciary duty cases.
2. Providing comprehensive estate planning services to clients, including drafting wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and health care directives.
3. Advising clients on complex planning strategies to mitigate tax liability and ensure the efficient transfer of wealth.
4. Handling complex administration matters, including probate administration, trust administration, and conservatorship proceedings.
5. Developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients, providing them with regular updates and ensuring their needs are met.
6. Collaborating with other members of the legal team to develop strategies for cases and to stay up-to-date on the latest developments in trust and estate law.

Qualifications

1. A Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school.
2. Admission to the state bar.
3. A minimum of 7 years of experience in trust and estate litigation, including experience with probate, conservatorship, complex planning, mitigating tax liability, complex administration, and probate litigation.
4. Superior analytical skills and a detail-oriented mindset.
5. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex legal concepts to clients in a clear and understandable manner.
6. Strong negotiation skills and the ability to resolve disputes in a manner that benefits our clients.
7. A commitment to providing exceptional client service and maintaining the highest ethical standards.
8. The ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization.

Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.