Wizehire
Job Overview
Our expanding boutique law firm is looking for an experienced probate, estate, and trust associate attorney. We are seeking a skilled and motivated
Associate Attorney
with experience in probate, trusts, and trust litigation to join our growing boutique law firm. The ideal candidate will represent clients in disputes involving wills, trusts, estates, and fiduciary duties.
Please send a cover letter expressing your interest and why you would be a great fit for the position.
Compensation $115,000 - $145,000 yearly
Responsibilities
Attend court proceedings as needed to represent clients
Help solve legal problems for clients through analyzing the situation, understanding their needs, and creating a strategic plan of action
Communicate with clients about plans for dispersing their assets
Organize and maintain client files to ensure they are kept current
Represent clients in probate and trust litigation matters, including will contests, breach of fiduciary duty claims, and trust modifications
Draft pleadings, motions, legal memoranda, and discovery requests/responses
Conduct legal research and analyze complex factual and legal issues
Participate in mediations, court hearings
Collaborate with clients, experts, and opposing counsel to advance case strategy
Maintain timely communication with clients and provide legal advice throughout the process
Manage deadlines and case files with attention to detail and strategic thinking
Qualifications
Undergraduate degree with a legal background and Juris Doctor degree required
Understanding of a variety of real estate matters, including title insurance, wills and trusts, property management, and litigation
Great communication skills, particularly in stressful and emotional situations
Member in good standing and actively involved with the ABA (American Bar Association)
Active member of the California Bar Association
About Company We are a collaborative team of professionals. We work hard and we play together too! It's a friendly office where we trust each other and value a work-life balance. We support personal and career development and also have quarterly team-building events.
Your experience and/or desire to work in the areas of Estate Planning, Special Needs Planning, Trust Administration, and Probate will add value to our team. We leverage technology and are looking for someone who is comfortable with Microsoft Office and various legal programs. You will have a strong work ethic, be highly organized, and have exceptional client relationship skills.
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Legal
Industries Technology, Information and Internet
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Associate Attorney
with experience in probate, trusts, and trust litigation to join our growing boutique law firm. The ideal candidate will represent clients in disputes involving wills, trusts, estates, and fiduciary duties.
Please send a cover letter expressing your interest and why you would be a great fit for the position.
Compensation $115,000 - $145,000 yearly
Responsibilities
Attend court proceedings as needed to represent clients
Help solve legal problems for clients through analyzing the situation, understanding their needs, and creating a strategic plan of action
Communicate with clients about plans for dispersing their assets
Organize and maintain client files to ensure they are kept current
Represent clients in probate and trust litigation matters, including will contests, breach of fiduciary duty claims, and trust modifications
Draft pleadings, motions, legal memoranda, and discovery requests/responses
Conduct legal research and analyze complex factual and legal issues
Participate in mediations, court hearings
Collaborate with clients, experts, and opposing counsel to advance case strategy
Maintain timely communication with clients and provide legal advice throughout the process
Manage deadlines and case files with attention to detail and strategic thinking
Qualifications
Undergraduate degree with a legal background and Juris Doctor degree required
Understanding of a variety of real estate matters, including title insurance, wills and trusts, property management, and litigation
Great communication skills, particularly in stressful and emotional situations
Member in good standing and actively involved with the ABA (American Bar Association)
Active member of the California Bar Association
About Company We are a collaborative team of professionals. We work hard and we play together too! It's a friendly office where we trust each other and value a work-life balance. We support personal and career development and also have quarterly team-building events.
Your experience and/or desire to work in the areas of Estate Planning, Special Needs Planning, Trust Administration, and Probate will add value to our team. We leverage technology and are looking for someone who is comfortable with Microsoft Office and various legal programs. You will have a strong work ethic, be highly organized, and have exceptional client relationship skills.
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Legal
Industries Technology, Information and Internet
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