Trusts & Estates Litigator — Remote & Elder Abuse

BCG Attorney Search; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Pleasanton, CA seeks a Trust and Estates Litigation Attorney with extensive experience in trust and estate litigation and a passion for advising clients on related issues. The role focuses on elder abuse litigation, probate disputes, and fiduciary matters.

The ideal candidate will lead matters for trustees, executors, and beneficiaries, handle capacity and fraud contests, and supervise junior attorneys while maintaining a reputation for integrity and collegiality.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in the State Bar of California.
• Minimum 6 years of trust and estate litigation experience.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, consulting, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Represent senior citizens and their families in financial elder abuse litigation.
• Advocate for trustees, executors, administrators, and beneficiaries in trust and probate litigation.
• Handle contests based on lack of capacity, undue influence, or fraud.
• Address negligent management of assets and failure to account.
• Resolve co-trustee disputes and removal and surcharge actions.
• Manage breach of fiduciary duty cases, including lack of impartiality and self-dealing.
• Supervise and mentor associates.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Consulting skills

Communication skills

Education

Juris Doctor

Job description

BCG Attorney Search in Pleasanton, CA seeks a Trust and Estates Litigation Attorney with extensive experience in trust and estate litigation and a passion for advising clients on related issues. The role focuses on elder abuse litigation, probate disputes, and fiduciary matters.

The ideal candidate will lead matters for trustees, executors, and beneficiaries, handle capacity and fraud contests, and supervise junior attorneys while maintaining a reputation for integrity and collegiality.