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    Senior Trusts and Estates Litigation Attorney

    San Francisco Bay Area, California Private ClientFull time $225,000 to $275,000 base salary

    Lead complex inheritance and fiduciary disputes while developing client relationships and mentoring the lawyers around you.

    The role

    Take responsibility for trust and estate litigation strategy from the initial assessment through resolution. Matters can involve contested wills and trusts, fiduciary conduct, disputed accounts, removal applications and financial elder abuse. You will act as a principal client contact, supervise associates and contribute to the development of the practice, combining hands on case work with team leadership.

    What you will need

    At least eight years of dedicated trust and estate litigation experience, a law degree and active California Bar membership. You should demonstrate strong case management, negotiation and client development skills, with experience guiding other lawyers. Sound judgment and the ability to work constructively with clients and colleagues are important.

    What is on offer

    • A senior associate or counsel opportunity in the Bay Area, advertised with hybrid working and some local office travel.
    • Base salary is $225,000 to $275,000 according to experience.
    • Connect Legal Partners is a Paraform recruiter.
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