Trust & Estates Litigation Attorney (Contract)

A boutique California law firm focused primarily on trust and estate litigation is seeking a Contract Trust & Estates Litigation Attorney to support a growing caseload. This role is heavily focused on contested trust and estate matters, with related work including partition actions, elder abuse restraining orders and financial elder abuse claims.

We are looking for an attorney who brings strong recent experience handling trust and estate litigation matters and can confidently manage cases through all phases of litigation. The ideal candidate is a skilled writer, strategic thinker, and effective advocate who enjoys complex disputes and client-facing work.

Responsibilities

* Handle trust and estate litigation matters from inception through resolution

* Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and legal analyses

* Conduct legal research and develop litigation strategies

* Take and defend depositions

* Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and the court

* Manage deadlines and case responsibilities with minimal supervision

Qualifications

* Active California Bar license in good standing required

* 5+ years of recent trust & estate litigation experience required

* Strong experience with motion practice, discovery, and case management

* Exceptional legal writing, analytical, and advocacy skills

* Ability to independently manage a litigation caseload

* Strong interpersonal and client relationship skills

This contract opportunity is ideal for a California-licensed attorney seeking sophisticated trust and estate litigation work with a collaborative team that values excellent client service, professional growth, and flexibility. Remote work is available for qualified attorneys licensed to practice in California. Candidates that meet the above qualifications and are available to start immediately are strongly encouraged to apply.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.