Trusts & Estates Litigation Attorney — Hybrid CA

Orion Placement; Pasadena (CA); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Hybrid work after onboarding

Job summary

Orion Placement is seeking a litigation-focused attorney in Pasadena, CA, offering a hybrid work arrangement after onboarding. The role requires a California Bar license and at least 2 years of litigation experience, with a strong emphasis on trusts, estates, probate, and related matters.

The attorney will manage depositions, discovery, hearings, mediations, and settlement negotiations while drafting pleadings and legal documents.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active California State Bar license in good standing.
• 2+ years of litigation experience.
• Experience with depositions, discovery, hearings, and negotiations.
• Strong research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage deadlines and caseload independently.

Responsibilities

• Handle a variety of trusts, estates, probate, real estate, and related litigation matters.
• Take and defend depositions and manage all phases of discovery.
• Attend and advocate at hearings, mediations, and other legal proceedings.
• Draft persuasive pleadings, motions, briefs, correspondence, and other legal documents.
• Conduct thorough legal research and develop practical strategies for complex client matters.
• Negotiate settlement agreements and help clients pursue efficient resolutions.
• Independently manage litigation deadlines, tasks, and an active caseload.
• Work collaboratively with attorneys and support staff while maintaining strong client and professional relationships.
• Contribute to both litigation and transactional matters as opportunities arise.

Skills

Oral argument

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Orion Placement is seeking a litigation-focused attorney in Pasadena, CA, offering a hybrid work arrangement after onboarding. The role requires a California Bar license and at least 2 years of litigation experience, with a strong emphasis on trusts, estates, probate, and related matters.

The attorney will manage depositions, discovery, hearings, mediations, and settlement negotiations while drafting pleadings and legal documents.