Trusts and Estates Litigation Associate

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Base pay range

$180,000.00 / yr - $260,000.00 / yr

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Associate Director at LJW Solutions | US Legal Recruitment

San Francisco (Hybrid) | Other CA locations available – confidentially inquire

Ranked a Top Law Firm to Work For | 3–5 Years’ Litigation Experience

Looking to specialize in a fascinating and high-growth area of litigation?

A nationally recognized California-based firm is hiring a driven associate to join its leading

Trusts & Estates Litigation team

– known for complex, high-value work and a genuinely collaborative, people-first culture.

The Opportunity

You’ll handle sensitive, cross-border disputes involving trusts, estates, fiduciaries, and high-net-worth families. You’ll gain early courtroom exposure, partner mentorship, and access to highly sophisticated work – all while building rare and in-demand litigation expertise.

Why This Role Stands Out :

Elite Training + Early Responsibility

– Get on-your-feet experience in depositions, mediations, and contested hearings

High-Caliber Work

– Handle nuanced fiduciary disputes, complex family dynamics, and international estate conflicts

Outstanding Culture

– Nationally recognized for its values, mentorship, and progressive, inclusive workplace

Hybrid Flexibility

– Offices across California; open to flexible arrangements

Comp + Benefits

– Competitive salary, bonuses, full benefits, and real growth paths

Ideally, 3–5 years’

civil litigation

experience in a law firm setting

Genuine interest in

trusts & estates litigation

– prior exposure is a plus

Strong

writing, oral advocacy, and client communication

skills

Collaborative, detail-oriented, and eager to develop deep subject matter expertise

Ready to Build a Career in a High-Impact Niche?

All inquiries are

held in confidence . Reach out directly to

alicia@ljwsolutions.com

or message here to learn more.

Seniority level

Seniority level Associate

Employment type

Employment type Full-time

Job function

Job function Legal

Industries Legal Services and Law Practice

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Medical insurance

401(k)

Vision insurance

Child care support

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Pension plan

Tuition assistance

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