Senior Litigation Associate – Trusts & Estates

We’re a boutique Los Angeles law firm. Our cases are primarily trust, probate, financial-elder-abuse, and conservatorship cases.

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What the role looks like

• Run your own docket. Handle will- and trust-contests, fiduciary-duty claims, and contested conservatorships from intake through trial.
• End-to-end discovery management. Draft and serve RFPs, ROGs, subpoenas, and privilege logs. Respond to written discovery—gather documents, craft objections, and verify responses. Lead meet-and-confer sessions and letter exchanges with opposing counsel; negotiate ESI scopes and protective orders. Argue discovery motions in court
• Argue other motions and evidentiary hearings. Appear in LASC and probate divisions statewide—often solo.
• Take and defend depositions of parties and percipient and expert witnesses.
• Participate in Case Strategy Discussions. Collaborate in discussions where we dissect active matters and craft litigation strategy as a team.

The skills we’re after

4 + years of heavy litigation experience (probate / trust disputes a plus, not required).

California bar, good standing.

Strong written advocacy.

Confident oral advocate .

Deep familiarity with discovery rules and workflows

Excellent time-management and client-communication chops.

What makes us different

Hybrid rhythm : two anchor days in our Mid-Wilshire office; the rest is your call.

Competitive package : competitive base pay depending on skills, education and experience. Bonuses. Exceptional benefits. Flexible work arrangements.

If you meet these qualifications, we encourage you to apply for this position.

At our firm, we believe in the importance of ongoing professional development and offer opportunities for continuing legal education, training, and mentorship. We are also committed to creating a supportive and inclusive work environment where all employees can thrive and succeed.

Job Type : Full-time

Pay : $160,000.00 - $240,000.00 per year

Benefits :

401(k)

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Professional development assistance

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Work Location : Hybrid remote in Los Angeles, CA 90036