Description:

Description:
A CA Estate Planning, Trust/Probate Lawyer is seeking a skilled and driven Senior Attorney with a minimum of three years of substantive experience to join our dynamic and expanding team. This role offers the opportunity to work across a diverse docket, with a primary focus on civil litigation and additional exposure to probate, estate planning, and tax controversy (litigation and audits).

From the outset, you will take on meaningful responsibility, including:

Leading case strategy and execution, from pleadings through trial or resolution.
Handling complex motion practice, including drafting and arguing dispositive and procedural motions.
Managing all aspects of discovery, including depositions, written discovery, and expert coordination.
Serving as the primary point of contact for clients, providing strategic counsel, and maintaining strong relationships.
Mentoring and supervising junior attorneys, paralegals, and staff to ensure quality work product and professional growth.
Collaborating with firm leadership on case strategy, practice development, and business growth initiatives.

This position is ideal for an attorney seeking a platform to refine their advocacy skills, expand their expertise across multiple practice areas, and contribute to the continued growth of a boutique firm with a reputation for excellence

Responsibilities:

Lead case strategy and management across civil litigation, probate, estate planning, and tax controversy matters, from intake through resolution.
Draft, argue, and defend complex motions and appear in court for hearings, conferences, and trials.
Oversee discovery and evidence development, including depositions, written discovery, expert engagement, and trial preparation.
Serve as primary client counsel, maintaining direct communication, advising on strategy, and ensuring alignment with client objectives.
Mentor and supervise junior attorneys and staff, providing guidance, reviewing work product, and fostering professional development.
Collaborate with firm leadership on high-stakes case strategy and contribute to practice growth and business development efforts.

Qualifications:

J.D. from an accredited law school and active membership in the California State Bar in good standing.
Minimum of 3–5 years of substantive litigation experience, with exposure to probate, estate planning, or tax controversy considered a plus.
Demonstrated ability to handle cases independently, including drafting and arguing motions, managing discovery, and appearing in court.
Strong oral advocacy and legal writing skills, with proven success in high-stakes or complex matters.
Exceptional client relationship management skills, with the ability to build trust and provide strategic counsel.
Experience supervising and mentoring junior attorneys or staff preferred.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative boutique firm environment with a growth-oriented mindset.