Private Wealth and Fiduciary Litigation Associate Attorney - Silicon Valley

Job Description

Job Description

Direct Counsel is representing an Am Law 100 global law firm seeking a Private Wealth and Fiduciary Litigation Associate Attorney to join its Silicon Valley (Menlo Park) or San Francisco office, with a preference for Silicon Valley.

This position offers the opportunity to work with a nationally recognized Private Wealth and Fiduciary Litigation Team , representing clients in complex and emotionally charged disputes involving trusts, estates, and conservatorships . The team includes some of the most successful trial attorneys in the country and is known for its high-profile, trial-heavy practice.

The Private Wealth and Fiduciary Litigation group represents beneficiaries, trustees, fiduciaries, and family members in disputes involving:

• Breach of fiduciary duty, fiduciary misconduct, and fraud

• Misfeasance or malfeasance in estate and trust administration

• Investment mismanagement and financial elder abuse

• Will and trust contests and related estate disputes

Associates in this practice gain deep experience with high-stakes litigation, intricate family dynamics, and cutting-edge legal issues while maintaining meaningful client contact and significant courtroom exposure.

• Exposure to challenging and high-profile cases with compelling narratives.

• Substantial trial practice and courtroom experience early in your career.

• Opportunities for direct client interaction and business development in a niche, in-demand practice area.

• Close collaboration with top-tier trial lawyers in a collegial and mentoring environment.

• 3–5 years of litigation experience , preferably in trusts and estates litigation or related areas involving fiduciary disputes.

• Experience or exposure to issues concerning trusts, decedents’ estates, conservatorships, or adult guardianships .

• Admission to the California State Bar required.

• Excellent research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.

• Strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and ability to handle sensitive matters with discretion.

• Annual salary range: $260,000 – $390,000

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package, commensurate with experience.

To apply: Please submit a cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and writing sample.