Probate Trust & Estate Attorney
2 months ago
Los Angeles
Job Description Probate Trust & Estate Attorney Career Consulting Partners has partnered with a nationally recognized firm in the probate, trust, and estate space. They have been recognized as a leader in Private Wealth Disputes in the "Chambers and Partners" 2024 High Net Worth Guide, which ranks top lawyers and law firms from over 55 countries worldwide. We are seeking a highly motivated Mid-Level Attorney with experience in probate, trust, and estate litigation to join our team in Brentwood Los Angeles California. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in California probate law, trust administration, and estate disputes, with a proven ability to manage cases from inception to resolution. This role offers an excellent opportunity to work on complex and challenging cases while advancing your career in a dynamic and supportive environment. Duties/Responsibilities: • Handle a diverse caseload of probate, trust, and estate litigation matters, including will contests, trust disputes, fiduciary litigation, and related issues., • Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, motions, and other legal documents., • Represent clients in court appearances, mediation, and settlement negotiations., • Provide legal advice and guidance to clients, keeping them informed of case progress and developments., • Collaborate with senior attorneys and other team members to develop case strategies and achieve favorable outcomes., • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant California laws and regulations, ensuring compliance and effective case management., • Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school., • Active membership in good standing with the California State Bar., • 3-5 years of experience in probate, trust, and estate litigation in California., • Strong knowledge of California probate law, trust administration, and estate planning., • Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills., • Proven ability to manage cases independently and as part of a team., • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain client relationships., • Base Salary $170,000 - $215,000, • Plus, a yearly bonus based on firm/employee performance., • Dedicated marketing, • Top 100 - Trust and Estate Litigation Super Lawyers 2017 - 2024, • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance., • 401(k), • Generous paid time off (PTO) and holidays., • Professional development opportunities, including CLE programs and bar association memberships., • West Los Angeles, California, • On-Site, • Near "Kuruvungna Village Springs"