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Legal Counsel at Law

Loud Solutions

Senior Associate or Counsel – Trust & Estate Litigation

About this role

We are looking for a Trust & Estate Litigation Attorney with 8+ years of experience to step into a leadership role within a growing practice group at a well-established Silicon Valley law firm. You'll be the next generation of leadership for a team that needs a strong litigator who can drive case strategy, mentor junior attorneys, and help build out the practice.

What will you be doing?

Leading complex trust and estate litigation matters from inception through resolution

Taking over trust litigation work from the current group leader, who is shifting focus to probate and Supreme Court matters

Cultivating client relationships and serving as a trusted advisor

Supervising and mentoring associates as the team grows

Helping shape the direction and culture of the Trust &Estate Litigation Group

Key Requirements

  • 8+ years of dedicated trust and estate litigation experience (no crossover candidates)
  • Active membership in the State Bar of California in good standing
  • Leadership skills and readiness to serve as the next-generation leader of the practice group
  • Active involvement in the trust and estate litigation community in the Bay Area
  • Willingness to work from the San Mateo office (preferred), Pleasanton, or San Jose

Role responsibilities

Drive case strategy and lead high-stakes, complex trust and estate litigation matters from inception through resolution.

Cultivate and deepen client relationships, serving as a trusted advisor and primary point of contact for key clients.

Contribute to business development initiatives and the continued growth of the Trust & Estate Litigation practice.

Supervise and manage associates on active matters, including delegation and oversight of case work.

Provide hands-on mentoring, training, feedback, and performance guidance to develop associates' litigation skills.

Help shape the direction and culture of the Trust &Estate Litigation Group.

Represent senior citizens and their families in financial elder abuse litigation.

Represent trustees, executors, administrators, and beneficiaries in trust and probate litigation.

Hybrid work policy: Hybrid flexibility with preference for the San Mateo, CA office; Pleasanton or San Jose offices also available. Accommodations made for senior candidates.

Employment type: Full-time

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

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

Hiring count: Looking to hire 1 candidate for this role

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