Senior Counsel/Senior Attorney (Trust and Estate, Probate Litigation)

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Compensation

Based on Experience. Senior Counsel/Senior Attorney (Trust and Estate, Probate Litigation) $150000 - $260000 per year | Los Angeles, CA | Remote | Permanent Senior Counsel/Senior Attorney | Trust, Estate, and Probate Litigation | Los Angeles, CA (Hybrid OR Fully Remote) | $150-260k+ A bit about us: We are an established law firm with a long-standing reputation for providing exceptional legal services in trust, estate, probate, and conservatorship matters. Our team combines deep legal expertise with a client-focused approach, emphasizing integrity, professionalism, and practical solutions. We value collaboration, continuous learning, and the use of modern tools to enhance efficiency and case outcomes. Attorneys here are trusted to manage meaningful cases independently while contributing to a supportive and collegial work environment. Why join us? We offer the flexibility to work fully remote or hybrid in Los Angeles (2 days onsite), supporting work-life balance while maintaining a high-performing legal practice. Compensation is closely tied to your chosen billable hour target, with annual billable expectations ranging between 1,650–1,800 hours. Salary will reflect your comfort level within that range, with opportunities for performance bonuses. Extensive onboarding and ongoing support are provided, especially for attorneys transitioning into probate and trust litigation. Additional benefits include:

• Employer-covered medical, dental, and vision plans
• Retirement plan with profit-sharing contribution
• Unlimited Paid Time Off and Sick Time
• Bonuses for exceeding billable hours, referrals, and discretionary bonuses
• Bar membership dues and CLA covered
• And many more!

Job Details Job Duties / Responsibilities:

• Serve as primary attorney on trust, estate, and probate litigation matters, managing cases independently.
• Draft legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery, and memoranda.
• Represent clients in hearings, mediations, depositions, trials, and settlement negotiations.
• Advise clients proactively on pre-litigation and litigation strategies.
• Manage conservatorship, guardianship, and probate administration matters from start to finish.
• Provide consultation to trustees and beneficiaries regarding trust administration.
• Conduct legal research and handle other projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Active CA Bar License
• 5+ years of probate or trust litigation experience strongly preferred.
• 8–10 years of civil litigation will be considered.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively while managing multiple priorities.
• Comfortable handling clients and cases autonomously.

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