Trusts & Estates Litigation Associate Attorney

Greater Seattle Area

Our client, a Seattle-based law firm, is looking for a Trust & Estates Litigation Associate to join their team. This is an opportunity to join a collaborative and respected team handling complex legal matters. The role offers meaningful client interaction, hands-on experience, and the ability to develop a long-term career path within a supportive and growth-oriented environment.

This role focuses on handling trust, estate, and probate litigation matters from early case assessment through resolution, including drafting litigation documents, conducting legal research, developing case strategy, and participating in depositions, hearings, and settlement discussions.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney with litigation experience in trust, estate, or probate disputes who is looking to build a long-term career in a collaborative and high-quality practice.

Attorney Responsibilities:

• Support cases from early evaluation through resolution or trial
• Handle a variety of trust, estate, and contested probate litigation matters
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and other litigation documents
• Conduct legal research and develop case strategy
• Participate in depositions, hearings, and settlement discussions
• Collaborate with attorneys and clients in a team-oriented environment

Attorney Qualifications:

• At least 3 years of litigation experience
• Trust & estates or probate litigation experience strongly preferred
• Strong academic credentials
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Licensed and in good standing (Washington preferred or eligible)

Company Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance coverage
• 401k with matching
• Paid time off and holidays

Compensation: $125K - $180K + bonus