Senior Trust and Estate Litigation Attorney – Remote Flexibility | California- 376898

Job ID: 376898

Practice area:- Elder Law,Estate & Tax Planning,Guardianship and Conservatorship,Litigation - Trusts & Estates,Probate,Trusts and Estates - General

Keywords:- estate planning,trust administration,probate,wills,irrevocable trust,charitable trust,dynasty trust,power of attorney,health care directive,generation-skipping trust,testamentary trust,estate lawyer,fiduciary counsel

Senior Trust and Estate Litigation Attorney – Remote Flexibility | California

A leading California trust and estate firm seeks a Senior Litigation Attorney to manage complex probate, trust, and conservatorship disputes. Enjoy remote flexibility, direct client contact, and a collaborative boutique culture focused on excellence in fiduciary litigation.

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Job Overview

A boutique California law firm specializing in trust and estate litigation is seeking a Senior Trust and Estate Litigation Attorney to lead sophisticated probate, trust, and conservatorship matters. The successful candidate will act as the primary client contact throughout the litigation process—from pre-filing strategy through trial—while working within a firm recognized for its deep focus on fiduciary disputes and personalized client service.

This opportunity offers the ability to work remotely or in a hybrid capacity, manage a diverse caseload, and engage in high-impact litigation on behalf of beneficiaries, fiduciaries, and families navigating complex estate issues.

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Key Responsibilities

• Manage trust, estate, conservatorship, and guardianship litigation from inception through resolution.

• Draft and argue pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and trial briefs.

• Conduct depositions, attend mediations, settlement conferences, and hearings.

• Advise clients on fiduciary duties, trust administration, and pre-litigation strategies.

• Supervise probate and conservatorship proceedings, ensuring compliance through closure.

• Collaborate with partners and team members to develop effective case strategies.

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Qualifications

• 5 years of trust and estate litigation experience, or 8–10 years of civil/family litigation with relevant crossover.

• Active state bar membership in good standing (California preferred).

• Demonstrated ability to handle cases independently and make sound strategic decisions.

• Strong client management, trial preparation, and courtroom advocacy skills.

• Exceptional organizational and analytical abilities.

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Culture & Firm Appeal

This firm is widely recognized for its exclusive focus on probate and fiduciary litigation, offering attorneys a chance to refine their niche expertise. Known for its collegial, mentorship-oriented environment, the firm promotes work-life balance, remote flexibility, and hands-on training. Attorneys enjoy autonomy, teamwork, and meaningful involvement in high-value estate disputes that shape real client outcomes.

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Why This Role Is Unique

• Opportunity to lead high-stakes fiduciary and estate litigation.

• Work directly with clients and have strategic control of matters.

• Remote or hybrid flexibility for qualified candidates.

• Join a boutique environment focused on depth, quality, and career longevity.

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Call to Action

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This boutique law firm exclusively specializes in three major fields. Their areas of practice include probate, administration, and trust and estate litigation. Their offices are located in California.

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