Senior Trust and Estate Litigation Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Senior Trust and Estate Litigation Attorney in San Mateo, California. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in trusts and estates litigation and a demonstrated interest in advising clients on a broad spectrum of related issues. A partial book of portable business is preferred.

Duties

• Represent senior citizens and their families in financial elder abuse litigation.
• Advise trustees, executors, administrators, and beneficiaries in trust and probate litigation.
• Handle contests based on lack of capacity, undue influence, or fraud.
• Address negligent management of assets and failure to account.
• Resolve co-trustee disputes and removal and surcharge actions.
• Manage breach of fiduciary duty cases, including lack of impartiality and self-dealing.
• Supervise and mentor associates.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in the State Bar of California.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in trust and estate litigation.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, consulting, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Excellent reputation for integrity and collegiality among both bench and bar.

Education

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active membership in the State Bar of California.

Skills

• Strong analytical and negotiation skills.
• Excellent consulting and communication abilities.
• Team-oriented and collaborative approach.

Benefits

• Travel between locations may be necessary.