Mid-Level Trust & Estate Litigation Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Salary range: $175K - $225K

Location: Downtown San Jose, CA, Pleasanton, CA, San Mateo, CA

Visa Sponsorship Details: Not open to any visas (e.g. US citizen, Green Card holders)

Hybrid work policy: Hybrid flexibility available, with preference for San Mateo office where the trust and estate group is primarily based

About this role

We are looking for a Mid-Level Trust & Estate Litigation Attorney with 4-6 years of experience to join a small but growing practice group at a well-established Silicon Valley law firm. You'll be stepping into a team that needs a next-generation leader who can handle trust litigation matters with increasing autonomy and help build out the group alongside seasoned practitioners.

What will you be doing?

• Handling substantive trust and estate litigation matters (will/trust contests, breach of fiduciary duty, elder abuse, removal actions) with growing independence
• Representing trustees, executors, administrators, and beneficiaries in probate litigation
• Collaborating with senior attorneys on case strategy, briefing, and trial preparation
• Developing direct client relationships and communication skills
• Contributing to the growth and development of a small, expanding practice group

Key Requirements

• 4-6 years of trust and estate litigation experience — this is not a crossover role; you must already know trust litigation
• Active membership in the State Bar of California (in good standing)
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills
• Collaborative mindset and desire to grow into a leadership role within the group
• Excellent reputation for integrity and collegiality among bench and bar