A Sacramento-based law firm is seeking a full-time Trusts & Estates Litigation Associate.  The role focuses primarily on litigating trust and estate disputes, including will and trust contests, fiduciary issues, and elder financial abuse claims.

Responsibilities:

• Litigate a broad range of trusts and estates disputes, including but not limited to will and trust contests, fiduciary removal, breach of fiduciary duty, elder financial abuse, conservatorships, and administration matters.
• Draft and review pleadings, motions, discovery, and legal correspondence.
• Handle court appearances, mediations, settlement conferences, trials, and arbitrations.
• Develop and execute litigation strategies tailored to each case.
• Conduct legal research and apply findings to case development.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, court staff, and witnesses.
• Manage caseloads and deadlines independently while meeting billable requirements.
• Collaborate with estate planning colleagues on matters intersecting with litigation, such as valuations, succession, and retirement planning.
• Provide clear, strategic advice to clients navigating complex fiduciary and financial issues.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and contribute to the continued growth of the T&E practice.

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active membership in the California Bar.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in trusts and estates litigation.
• Strong legal analysis, research, and writing skills.
• Skilled in client counseling, litigation strategy, and courtroom advocacy.
• Excellent drafting, organizational, and communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Team-oriented with the ability to work independently.
• Commitment to providing exceptional client service and developing lasting client relationships

Salary Range: $170,000 - $202,500

Reference: 147846