Senior Associate or Counsel, Trust & Estate Litigation

ABOUT THE ROLE A well-established Bay Area law firm is seeking an experienced trust and estate litigator to take on a leadership role in its growing practice group. You will lead complex matters, support clients through sensitive disputes, and help shape the group's next stage of growth. WHAT YOU'LL DO - Lead complex trust, probate, and fiduciary litigation matters from inception through resolution. - Develop case strategy for will and trust contests, fiduciary duty claims, accounting disputes, surcharge actions, and elder abuse matters. - Represent trustees, executors, administrators, beneficiaries, older adults, and their families in litigation. - Build client relationships and serve as a trusted advisor and primary contact on key matters. - Contribute to business development and the continued growth of the practice. - Supervise, delegate work to, and mentor associates on active litigation matters. - Help guide the direction and culture of the Trust & Estate Litigation Group. WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR - At least 8 years of dedicated trust and estate litigation experience in California, with active involvement in litigated matters. - Expertise in probate court proceedings, will and trust contests, fiduciary duty claims, accounting disputes, surcharge actions, or financial elder abuse litigation. - Active membership in good standing with the State Bar of California and a Juris Doctor from an accredited law school. - Experience driving strategy on complex matters and supervising or mentoring junior attorneys. - Readiness to help lead and build a practice group, with strong client relationship skills and connections in the Bay Area trust and estate litigation community. - Background in litigation rather than exclusively transactional estate planning or wealth and financial planning. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS Base salary: $225,000 to $275,000 annually. Visa sponsorship is not available. LOCATION Hybrid, with the primary location in San Mateo, California. Pleasanton and San Jose offices are also available.