Trust and Estates Litigation Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Trust and Estates Litigation Attorney in Pleasanton, California. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in trust and estate litigation and a passion for advising clients on a wide range of related issues.

Duties

• Represent senior citizens and their families in financial elder abuse litigation.
• Advocate for 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 6 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.
• Effective consulting and communication abilities.
• Team-oriented and collaborative work style.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• 401(k) plan.
• Student loan repayment benefit.
• Paid parental leave.
• Teleworking opportunities.
• No-accrual vacation policy.
• Formal and informal training opportunities.

Founded around the mid-twentieth century, this eminent law firm is comprised of a significantly large team of seasoned attorneys and deals with issues related to eight areas of practice. Some of its key areas of expertise are litigation-dispute resolution, ethics-professional liability, family law, and real estate-land use. Over the years, the firm's attorneys have received top honors from prominent industry publications. They are committed to community service and are actively involved in charitable programs with a variety of nonprofit organizations throughout the year.