Trust & Estate Litigation Attorney - Flexible PTO & Growth

BCG Attorney Search; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with firm contribution

Flexible Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Sick Leave

Life Insurance

Paid Parking

Professional Development Support

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking an Attorney for Trust and Estate Litigation in Costa Mesa, California. The role focuses on private wealth disputes, including contested trust, estate, and probate matters, with opportunities to develop expertise.

Ideal candidates will have active California Bar status and 1–5 years of civil litigation experience, especially in trust/estate matters, plus strong writing, analytical, and client-management skills.

Qualifications

• Active member of the California Bar.
• 1–5 years of civil litigation experience in trust and estate matters.
• Experience drafting legal documents and participating in hearings.
• Strong legal writing and strategic thinking skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive client situations with emotional intelligence.

Responsibilities

• Develop case strategy and identify key legal theories.
• Draft petitions and motions.
• Manage discovery and build evidentiary records.
• Participate in depositions, hearings, and mediations.
• Provide practical legal advice to clients.
• Manage case deadlines and maintain reliable case plans.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the firm.

Skills

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Communication

Client management

Collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Job description

BCG Attorney Search is seeking an Attorney for Trust and Estate Litigation in Costa Mesa, California. The role focuses on private wealth disputes, including contested trust, estate, and probate matters, with opportunities to develop expertise.

Ideal candidates will have active California Bar status and 1–5 years of civil litigation experience, especially in trust/estate matters, plus strong writing, analytical, and client-management skills.