Trusts & Estates Attorney - Litigation & Planning

Wickers, Wickers & Admans LLP; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 131,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Firm-paid life insurance

10 paid holidays

401(k) with matching contributions

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Wickers, Wickers & Admans LLP in Torrance, CA seeks a Trusts & Estates Attorney to manage trust litigation, probate, estate planning, and trust administration matters under partner guidance. The role emphasizes advocacy, strategic litigation, and client-focused service.

You will handle discovery, depositions, and court motions while supervising paralegals and preparing cases for mediation and trial. A strong track record in litigation and client communication is required for career growth within

Qualifications

• Experience drafting and responding to written discovery.
• Ability to take and defend depositions.
• Proven track record drafting law and motion documents, and arguing motions in court.
• Comfortable with court appearances and professional conduct.
• Skilled in preparing cases for mediation and settlement discussions.
• Direct client communication experience and timely updates.
• Experience in trial preparation and second-chairing trials.

Responsibilities

• Manage a trust litigation, probate, estate planning, and trust administration caseload under partners.
• Progressively assume more responsibility as you become familiar with practice areas and strategies.
• Draft and respond to written discovery.
• Take and defend depositions (parties, witnesses, experts).
• Draft law and motion documents and meet-and-confer letters, argue motions in court.
• Court appearances and mediation preparation.
• Direct client communication to provide updates.
• Trial preparation and second-chair trial opportunities.
• Supervise and direct paralegals and legal staff.
• Prepare estate plans and administer them for Trustees and Administrators.
• Track deadlines for timely preparation and filing.
• Think strategically and advocate professionally.

Skills

Discovery drafting

Deposition management

Motion drafting

Court appearances

Mediation prep

Client communication

Trial prep

Job description

Wickers, Wickers & Admans LLP in Torrance, CA seeks a Trusts & Estates Attorney to manage trust litigation, probate, estate planning, and trust administration matters under partner guidance. The role emphasizes advocacy, strategic litigation, and client-focused service.

You will handle discovery, depositions, and court motions while supervising paralegals and preparing cases for mediation and trial. A strong track record in litigation and client communication is required for career growth within