Barnes, Pailhe & King Legal Search
Trusts and Estates Litigation Associate
Barnes, Pailhe & King Legal Search, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
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Minimum 3 years of litigation experience – Probate & Trust focus
Our
client
is seeking a
Trusts & Estates Litigation Attorney
with at least
three years of recent civil litigation experience , ideally including
probate and trust litigation . Candidates with a
portable book of business
are encouraged to apply. The ideal candidate will possess excellent
organizational, interpersonal, research, and writing skills , and have experience with court appearances, motion practice, and discovery. This role requires a
detail-oriented, proactive attorney
capable of managing a
high-volume, fast-paced caseload
independently, while also working effectively within a team. Responsibilities may also include
mentoring junior attorneys ,
delegating assignments , and supporting the
training and development
of team members within the Trusts & Estates Litigation group. Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Draft and review pleadings, motions, discovery, and legal correspondence Handle court appearances, mediations, settlement conferences, and trials/arbitrations Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, court staff, and witnesses Develop and execute litigation strategies tailored to each case Conduct legal research Meet or exceed billable hour requirements Independently manage caseloads and deadlines Collaborate with attorneys and legal support staff Requirements: Active member of the
California State Bar Minimum of
3 years of civil litigation experience
(probate/trust litigation preferred) Proficiency in
California Rules of Court
and local court rules Experience with legal software tools including
Microsoft Office Suite ,
Adobe Acrobat , and law firm case management platforms Strong attention to detail, grammar, and written communication Ability to prioritize tasks, work independently, and manage client relationships from intake to resolution Positive attitude and interest in mentoring and professional development Seniority level
Seniority level Associate Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
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client
is seeking a
Trusts & Estates Litigation Attorney
with at least
three years of recent civil litigation experience , ideally including
probate and trust litigation . Candidates with a
portable book of business
are encouraged to apply. The ideal candidate will possess excellent
organizational, interpersonal, research, and writing skills , and have experience with court appearances, motion practice, and discovery. This role requires a
detail-oriented, proactive attorney
capable of managing a
high-volume, fast-paced caseload
independently, while also working effectively within a team. Responsibilities may also include
mentoring junior attorneys ,
delegating assignments , and supporting the
training and development
of team members within the Trusts & Estates Litigation group. Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Draft and review pleadings, motions, discovery, and legal correspondence Handle court appearances, mediations, settlement conferences, and trials/arbitrations Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, court staff, and witnesses Develop and execute litigation strategies tailored to each case Conduct legal research Meet or exceed billable hour requirements Independently manage caseloads and deadlines Collaborate with attorneys and legal support staff Requirements: Active member of the
California State Bar Minimum of
3 years of civil litigation experience
(probate/trust litigation preferred) Proficiency in
California Rules of Court
and local court rules Experience with legal software tools including
Microsoft Office Suite ,
Adobe Acrobat , and law firm case management platforms Strong attention to detail, grammar, and written communication Ability to prioritize tasks, work independently, and manage client relationships from intake to resolution Positive attitude and interest in mentoring and professional development Seniority level
Seniority level Associate Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Legal Industries Trusts and Estates Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Barnes, Pailhe & King Legal Search by 2x Inferred from the description for this job
Medical insurance Vision insurance Disability insurance 401(k) Get notified about new Litigation Associate jobs in
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