Trust & Estate Litigation Counsel

Jobot; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 275,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot seeks a Trust & Estate Litigation Counsel for a full‑service business law firm. Based in San Jose, CA with multiple regional offices, the firm emphasizes client‑focused service, cross‑practice collaboration, and a strong reputation in estate matters.

The ideal candidate has a JD, active California Bar membership, and at least eight years of experience in trust & estate litigation, plus a partial portable book of business.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in the State Bar of California.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in Trust & Estate litigation.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Partial portable book of business required***

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor degree

Active California Bar

Job description

Trust & Estate Litigation Counsel - Full Service Business Law Firm

Based in San Jose, CA with multiple offices across the region we are a TOP Ranked Multi-Service Law Firm! Our core values are centered around our people and our clients. We believe that putting your employees first is not only the right thing to do, but it also gives us the competitive edge to ensure our clients have an excellent experience! With a long-standing presence in Northern California, we offer a collaborative platform across multiple practice areas, including a highly sophisticated family law group that handles both straightforward and complex matters. Our team leverages deep bench strength and cross-practice collaboration to deliver seamless service. Over the years our reputation for providing our people with the very best has caught the eye of some reputable clients who have chosen to use us as their primary firm! Some of these clients include: businesses, entrepreneurs, and private clients across diverse industries and many more!

Salary: $200,000 - $275,000 per year

Why join us?

• Meaningful Work!
• Best in Class Firm!
• Competitive Compensation Package!
• Complete Benefits Package!
• Flexible Work Schedules!
• Accelerated Career Growth!
• Fun Company Activities!
• Many More!

Requirements

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
• Active membership in the State Bar of California
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in Trust & Estate litigation
• Strong analytical, negotiation, consulting, and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
• Excellent reputation for integrity and collegiality among both bench and bar
• Partial portable book of business required***

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.

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.