Senior Litigation Attorney
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Job Title: Senior Litigation Attorney / Senior Litigation Associate
Location: San Diego CA
Salary Range: $200000 $300000 based on experience plus bonuses
A rapidly growing Southern California-based Trust and Estates Litigation Law Firm is looking to hire a Senior Litigation Attorney / Senior Litigation Associate. This isnt just a job its a chance to step into a high-impact role at the flagship office in San Diego CA. If youre a sharp strategic litigator who wants to lead challenging cases work alongside an exceptional team and be part of a firm thats redefining trust litigation we want to meet you.
The Senior Litigation Attorney / Senior Litigation Associate will be responsible for but not limited to:
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Leading and managing your own litigation caseload from intake to resolution.
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Drafting strategic pleadings and strong motions with minimal oversight.
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Taking and defending depositions; preparing for hearings and trials.
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Communicating effectively with clients colleagues and the court.
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Mentoring junior attorneys and contributing to firm-wide strategy sessions.
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Collaborating seamlessly with any existing team members you bring onboard.
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Managing full-cycle trust and estate litigation matters through trial/resolution.
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Supervising and delegating to assigned paralegals and legal assistants.
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Participating in regular case review meetings and trial strategy sessions.
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Assisting in training and mentoring attorneys or legal staff as needed.
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Collaborating across pods and offices to ensure consistent excellence and efficiency.
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Working closely with any trusted professionals you integrate into our firm.
Requirements:
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Active California Bar license in good standing.
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5 8 years of litigation experience including depositions court appearances and motion practice.
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2 years of dedicated trust and estate litigation experience.
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Expert-level familiarity with the California Probate Code Code of Civil Procedure and Evidence Code.
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Prior experience managing junior attorneys or paralegals is a plus.
Heres what makes us different:
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Flagship Office Opportunity Join our Orange County headquarters and lead complex cases with impact.
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Smart Support Work with top-tier paralegals a skilled intake team and firm-wide systems that let you focus on the law.
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Mentorship Growth Structured support to help you grow toward partnership and beyond.
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Culture Youll Actually Like Core values that we live by not just print on the wall.
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Real Litigation Work Our cases dont sit-we push toward trial or resolution.
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Values-Driven Environment Radical candor radical respect and no jerks allowed.
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Room to Grow Together Were open to welcoming high-performing legal professionals youve already built synergy with.
Compensation & Benefits:
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Position Type: Full-Time / Exempt
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Compensation Range: $200000 $300000 based on experience plus bonuses
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Benefits Include:
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Unlimited paid time off
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Health dental and vision coverage with monthly firm contribution
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401(k) with profit sharing
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Tech and CLE reimbursement
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Bar dues and professional development covered
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Quarterly team events and firm retreats
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Work Location: On-site in Orange County with hybrid flexibility after initial period
Litigation Management,Trust and Estate Litigation,Legal Writing and Strategy
Employment Type
Full Time
