Trusts and Estates Litigation and Transactional Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Pasadena (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

401K plan

Mentorship opportunities

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks a litigation attorney in Pasadena, CA to handle trust and estate litigation and related real estate matters. The role offers a hybrid work schedule after an initial in-office period.

Responsibilities include drafting legal documents, conducting research, taking depositions, managing discovery, and negotiating settlements in a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of experience in California civil or probate litigation.
• Strong legal research, writing, and advocacy skills.
• Experience in depositions, discovery, and mediations.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Attention to detail and quality work product.

Responsibilities

• Handle trust and estate litigation and transactional matters.
• Conduct legal research and draft legal documents.
• Take and defend depositions, manage discovery, and attend hearings.
• Negotiate settlements and manage litigation deadlines.
• Collaborate with attorneys and support staff.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Advocacy

Collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor Degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Job Overview A law firm seeks a litigation attorney in Pasadena, CA, to manage trust and estate, as well as real estate litigation and transactional matters. The role offers a flexible hybrid work schedule after an initial in-office period.

Duties

• Handle trust and estate litigation and transactional matters.
• Conduct legal research and draft legal documents.
• Take and defend depositions, manage discovery, and attend hearings.
• Negotiate settlements and manage litigation deadlines.
• Collaborate with attorneys and support staff.

Requirements

• Minimum 2+ years of experience in California civil or probate litigation.
• Strong legal research, writing, and advocacy skills.
• Experience in depositions, discovery, and mediations.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Attention to detail and quality work product.

Education

Juris Doctor Degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

Active membership with the California State Bar in good standing.

Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Benefits

• Health, vision, and dental insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
• 401K retirement plan with matching contributions.
• Opportunities for mentorship and professional growth.