Trust & Probate Litigation Attorney

Orionplacement; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 165,000 - 188,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Orionplacement in California is seeking an experienced attorney to represent clients in trust and probate litigation. You will handle depositions, motions, petitions, and other litigation proceedings, building case strategies with increasing independence.

This role requires active California Bar membership and at least two years of trust and probate litigation exposure, with strong writing, analytical, and client‑facing skills in a hybrid Sacramento environment.

Qualifications

• Active California Bar admission.
• 2+ years of trust and probate litigation experience.
• Experience with California probate and civil court procedures.
• Strong discovery and law and motion experience.
• Deposition experience and demonstrated litigation skills.
• Excellent writing, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage substantive matters.
• JD from ABA-approved law school.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in trust and probate litigation matters in California courts.
• Handle discovery, law and motion practice, petitions, and other litigation proceedings.
• Take depositions and develop case strategies with increasing independence.
• Draft and argue petitions, motions, briefs, and other advocacy materials.
• Prepare for and participate in trials and evidentiary proceedings.
• Analyze estate planning documents and trust administration issues in the context of disputes.
• Communicate directly with sophisticated and high-net-worth clients.
• Work closely with partners and attorneys across the Trusts & Estates practice.

Skills

Litigation

Discovery

Deposition

Legal writing

Motions & petitions

Client communication

Independence

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Pay:

$165,000.00 - $187,500.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a sophisticated Trusts & Estates practice handling complex trust and probate disputes.
• Work directly alongside experienced partners on meaningful litigation and trial matters.
• Take ownership of substantive litigation work, including depositions, motions, petitions, and trial preparation.
• Gain direct exposure to high and ultra-high net worth clients.
• Build a specialized litigation practice with increasing responsibility and client interaction.
• Enjoy a collaborative hybrid environment with strong benefits, annual bonuses, and profit sharing.

Location:

Sacramento, CA — Hybrid schedule with attorneys working remotely up to two days per week.

Note:

Must have an active California Bar license and 2+ years of trust and probate litigation experience, including meaningful exposure to California probate and civil court litigation. Candidates must be comfortable handling litigation matters independently.

About Us

We are a respected business law firm with a sophisticated Trusts & Estates practice focused on providing exceptional legal counsel and highly personal client service. Our attorneys collaborate across practice areas while handling sophisticated matters for individuals, families, and businesses. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Represent clients in trust and probate litigation matters in California courts.
• Handle discovery, law and motion practice, petitions, and other litigation proceedings.
• Take depositions and develop case strategies with increasing independence.
• Draft and argue petitions, motions, briefs, and other advocacy materials.
• Prepare for and participate in trials and evidentiary proceedings.
• Analyze estate planning documents and trust administration issues in the context of disputes.
• Communicate directly with sophisticated and high-net-worth clients.
• Work closely with partners and attorneys across the Trusts & Estates practice.

Qualifications

• Active California Bar admission.
• 2+ years of trust and probate litigation experience.
• Experience with California probate and civil court procedures.
• Strong discovery and law and motion experience.
• Deposition experience and demonstrated litigation skills.
• Working knowledge of estate planning documents and trust administration.
• Excellent writing, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage substantive matters.
• JD from an ABA-approved law school.

Why You Will Love Working Here

You’ll have the opportunity to develop a highly specialized litigation practice while working closely with experienced attorneys and sophisticated clients. We offer meaningful responsibility, strong mentorship, a collaborative culture, and the flexibility of a hybrid schedule.

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance