Senior Trusts & Estates Litigator – Contested Matters

Orion Placement; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Job summary

Orion Placement seeks a diligent attorney to join a sophisticated trusts and estates litigation practice in Madison, WI. Represent clients in contested matters, develop litigation strategies, and work with experienced litigators to deliver practical, client-focused solutions.

The ideal candidate has a J.D. from an accredited law school, is admitted to the Wisconsin Bar, and brings hands-on trusts and estates litigation experience, with strong analytical, research, and advocacy skills to manage

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active Wisconsin Bar license.
• Prior trusts and estates litigation experience required.
• Solid civil litigation skills, including legal research, writing, discovery, and motion practice.
• Strong analytical, advocacy, communication, and client service abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines effectively.
• Probate, fiduciary dispute, contested estate, or related litigation experience is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in contested trust, estate, probate, and related fiduciary litigation matters.
• Develop litigation strategies and work closely with clients throughout disputes.
• Research complex legal issues and draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other litigation documents.
• Handle written discovery, document review, deposition preparation, and other phases of litigation.
• Take and defend depositions and participate in mediations, hearings, negotiations, and court proceedings.
• Collaborate with trusts and estates attorneys and other litigators on complex client matters.
• Manage case deadlines, client communications, and multiple active litigation matters.Provide thoughtful, practical counsel while maintaining a high standard of client service.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Advocacy

Communication

Client service

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Orion Placement seeks a diligent attorney to join a sophisticated trusts and estates litigation practice in Madison, WI. Represent clients in contested matters, develop litigation strategies, and work with experienced litigators to deliver practical, client-focused solutions.

The ideal candidate has a J.D. from an accredited law school, is admitted to the Wisconsin Bar, and brings hands-on trusts and estates litigation experience, with strong analytical, research, and advocacy skills to manage