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Important: This is a full-time, in-office position based in our Celebration, Florida office. Remote work is not available for this role.

Widerman Malek, PL is seeking a Civil Litigation Associate Attorney with 5+ years of experience to join our team in our Celebration, Florida office. This role focuses primarily on civil litigation matters, with cases spanning multiple practice areas, including business litigation, estate planning and probate disputes, and real estate matters. The position is ideal for an attorney ready to take on meaningful responsibility, managing and supporting civil litigation matters from inception through resolution, with regular client interaction and close collaboration with experienced attorneys across the firm.

Responsibilities include:

• Managing and supporting civil litigation matters from inception through resolution
• Drafting pleadings, motions, discovery, and legal correspondence
• Conducting legal research and preparing written analysis
• Participating in hearings, depositions, mediations, and client meetings
• Working collaboratively with attorneys and staff across practice areas

Qualifications

• 5+ years of civil litigation experience
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities
• Florida Bar admission in good standing
• A team-oriented mindset with a commitment to client service

Full-time, in-person position in our Celebration, Florida office. We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, 401(k), and more. Full-time, on-site position.

Widerman Malek, PL is a national law firm built on the values of family and community. These connections are not only central to who we are, they are the foundation of how we practice law.

Please submit your resume, cover letter, references, and salary expectations to and reference "Celebration Civil Litigation Attorney Position" in the subject line.

Managing Attorney – Personal Injury

Philadelphia, PA

A top go-to plaintiff's personal injury firm is seeking an experienced and highly motivated litigation injury attorney to lead and manage its Philadelphia office. The role is ideal for a seasoned litigator with significant experience handling personal injury matters, specifically commercial trucking. This leadership role requires a strong background in law firm management, client satisfaction, mentoring employees, and strategic planning.

Responsibilities include:

• Manage the firm's Philadelphia office
• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of attorneys and legal staff
• Handle and manage high-profile, complex personal injury matters, focusing on commercial trucking cases
• Oversee case management and client relations
• Develop litigation strategy
• Collaborate with the firm's senior leadership regarding business goals and strategic planning

Qualifications:

• JD from an accredited law school
• 7+ years of personal injury litigation experience, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or leadership role; will consider both plaintiff's and defense litigation experience
• Strong background in large loss casualty litigation. including commercial trucking cases
• Client relationship management experience
• Knowledge of legal ethics, compliance, and risk management
• PA bar admission

Why Join This Firm:

Attorneys are supported by an elite litigation infrastructure and extensive firm resources, including top-notch support staff, advanced legal technology, and dedicated pre-litigation and case management teams. The firm also provides a powerful marketing and media platform, generating a steady pipeline of high-value cases. Attorneys collaborate with jury consultants, specialized trial teams, litigation laboratories for case preparation and testing, and an experienced medical team that helps develop and present complex catastrophic injury claims.

The firm offers a competitive salary and bonus program, along with the opportunity to lead a major office while handling high-impact litigation.

Interested, qualified candidates should submit their resume for consideration to Donna Urban at

Ben Hall Law is reinventing what it means to practice child abuse and neglect law in Michigan. We are committed to representing DHHS in a professional manner while providing excellent legal representation and service to our client—and we hold ourselves to that standard every single day. We live by six core values that define how we work and who we are: Fun, Accountability, Service, Teamwork, Integrity, and Excellence. These are not words on a wall. They are the lens through which we make decisions, evaluate performance, and build our culture. If those values resonate with you, keep reading.

Position: Child Abuse & Neglect Attorney (DHHS Representation)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Work Location: Primarily Remote—reliable commute to court required; occasional in-person firm attendance required

Service Area: Multiple Michigan Counties

Practice Group: Child Abuse & Neglect

Experience Required: 3+ Years in Child Abuse & Neglect Law

This position is part of a growing child abuse and neglect practice group dedicated exclusively to DHHS representation. The current team consists of a team lead, an associate attorney, a case manager, and a dedicated paralegal. You will not be working in isolation—you will be part of a cohesive, purpose-driven unit where collaboration is the norm and everyone is invested in each other's success and the success of the client.

The Child Abuse & Neglect Attorney will serve as legal counsel to DHHS in child protective proceedings across multiple Michigan counties. This role is designed for an attorney who is passionate about the welfare of children and driven by the belief that high-quality legal representation is one of the most powerful tools available to improve how the child welfare system functions in practice.

This is not a 9-to-5. Child welfare does not keep business hours, and neither does this role. The position requires the ability to respond to after-hours, weekend, and holiday calls for emergencies. If that is a problem, this is not the right fit. If that is the kind of work that energizes you, read on.

The position is primarily remote. Candidates must be able to reliably commute to court appearances across their assigned counties as needed. In-person attendance at firm meetings, trainings, and events is required on an occasional basis. This position is also eligible—and actively encouraged—to attend state and national conferences related to child welfare law and policy.

We believe in being direct. This position is an exceptional opportunity—but only for the right person. Please do not apply if:

You are looking for a strict 9-to-5. Emergencies happen. Children cannot wait. This role requires availability outside of standard business hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

You prefer to work alone. This is a team environment. Collaboration is not optional—it is how we operate. Lone wolves will not thrive here.

You are uncomfortable with accountability. We hold ourselves and each other to a high standard. Mistakes are learning opportunities, but deflection and avoidance have no place on our team.

You are satisfied with the status quo. The child welfare system has real problems. We are here to make it better through the quality of our work, one case at a time. If you have made peace with "good enough," this is not the right place for you.

You have a "not my job" mentality. We aim to provide unreasonable hospitality—not just to our clients, but to everyone we interact with. That means we help each other, we get the job done, and we do not look the other way when something needs doing. Sometimes that means extra time on a night or weekend. Sometimes it means handling something that is not technically in your job description. If you are keeping score on what is and is not your responsibility, this is not the right environment for you.

• Represent DHHS in child abuse and neglect proceedings across multiple Michigan counties, including hearings, trials, and appellate matters.

• Develop and maintain deep expertise in DHHS policies, procedures, and operational realities, keeping current as policies evolve.

• Evaluate facts and applicable law to provide sound, candid legal advice to the client while clearly communicating that final decisions rest with the client, not counsel.

• Draft pleadings, motions, orders, and other legal documents with precision and attention to detail.

• Conduct legal research and stay current on developments in Michigan child welfare law, relevant case law, and statutory changes.

• Collaborate with DHHS caseworkers, supervisors, and agency personnel to understand case facts, gather evidence, and develop litigation strategy.

• Provide training and legal guidance to DHHS staff, building the agency's understanding of legal standards, procedures, and best practices.

• Respond to after-hours, weekend, and holiday emergency calls as required.

• Engage constructively with judges, opposing counsel, guardians ad litem, and other professionals in a manner that reflects the integrity of the firm and the importance of the work.

• Participate actively as a member of the practice group and the broader firm—sharing knowledge, supporting colleagues, and contributing to firm-wide goals and culture.

• Represent the firm and client at state and national child welfare conferences and remain engaged with the broader professional community.

• Manage a multi-county caseload efficiently, including calendaring, deadlines, and court scheduling across jurisdictions.

• Other duties as assigned.

• Active Michigan law license in good standing.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in child abuse and neglect law, with substantial courtroom experience in child protective proceedings.

• Expert-level knowledge of Michigan child welfare statutes, including the Juvenile Code, the Child Protection Law, and relevant case law.

• Demonstrated ability to evaluate complex fact patterns, synthesize applicable law, and deliver clear, actionable legal advice.

• Strong understanding of—or demonstrated ability to rapidly develop expertise in—DHHS policies and procedures.

• Excellent written and oral advocacy skills.

• Proven ability to manage a multi-county caseload with competing deadlines.

• Ability to reliably commute to court appearances across assigned Michigan counties as required.

• People-oriented professional with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with agency staff, colleagues, and members of the public.

• Willingness and demonstrated ability to provide training and legal education to DHHS staff.

• Availability to respond to after-hours, weekend, and holiday emergency calls.

• Commitment to client-centered representation: fully advising the client while honoring the client's authority over final decisions.

• Genuine alignment with the firm's core values: Fun, Accountability, Service, Teamwork, Integrity, and Excellence.

• Self-directed work habits and professional reliability suitable for a primarily remote position.

• Prior experience representing DHHS in child protective proceedings.

• Familiarity with DHHS systems, casework processes, and multi-disciplinary team dynamics.

• Experience practicing across multiple Michigan counties or circuits.

• Experience in formal or informal legal training roles—presentations to agency staff, CLEs, or similar.

• Active engagement with state or national child welfare professional organizations.

The right candidate brings more than legal skill—they bring conviction. We are looking for someone who:

• Is genuinely passionate about the welfare of children and approaches this work as a calling, not just a career.

• Is driven by the opportunity to create systemic change through the quality of their daily practice—one case, one hearing, one well-trained caseworker at a time.

• Puts client satisfaction at the top of their priority list and treats the attorney-client relationship as foundational, not transactional.

• Is people-oriented: someone who builds trust with agency staff, collaborates naturally with colleagues, and brings genuine warmth and professionalism to every interaction.

• Holds themselves accountable, welcomes feedback, and is always looking for ways to improve.

• Exercises mature, independent judgment while remaining fully accountable to the client's authority over strategic and case decisions.

• Embraces the full scope of the role—including the after-hours moments that remind us why this work matters.

Ben Hall Law offers a competitive compensation package commensurate with experience, including:

• Salary: Dependent upon experience

• Paid Time Off: 4 weeks of paid vacation annually

• Sick Leave: 1 week of paid sick time annually

• Retirement: 401(k) plan

• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision coverage

• Disability Insurance: Short-term and long-term disability coverage

• Life Insurance: Firm-provided life insurance

• Professional Development: Eligibility and encouragement to attend state and national child welfare conferences

To be considered, submit a cover letter and resume to

In your cover letter, please describe why this position appeals to you and how you see yourself fitting into our culture. Include your salary requirements. Cover letters or candidates that do not follow these instructions will not be considered.

Looking for a firm with that will give you the chance to do get face time with big-time clients and work with the top trust & estate lawyers in the state?

About Us

Our client is a boutique Texas firm celebrating 25 years of sophisticated trust, estate, and probate representation. With offices in Houston, Dallas, and Austin, we've served over 6,300 clients — from young families drafting their first wills to executors managing $100M estates. Our attorneys are Board Certified in Estate Planning and Probate Law, a distinction held by fewer than 3% of Texas attorneys.

The Role

We're looking for a knowledgeable and client-focused attorney to handle a well-rounded docket including estate planning (wills, trusts, powers of attorney), probate administration, guardianship, fiduciary services, and estate and trust litigation.

What We're Looking For

• Texas bar license (required)
• 2+ years of experience in trusts, estates, or probate
• Compassionate, client-first approach
• Board Certification in Estate Planning & Probate a plus

Why this role?

• Established boutique firm with a 25-year track record
• Complex, high-value matters across all three major Texas markets
• Collaborative team of 12 attorneys with deep subject matter expertise

Compensation + Benefits

• Base Salary + commission
• IRA plan with company contribution
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• 401k

Are you a personal injury litigation attorney looking to change your daily grind, but you still want to handle complex cases? Are you an expert in Colorado personal injury law, but are tired of living the deadline driven life that comes with being a litigation attorney? If you are yearning to achieve a real work/life balance and have no problem working hard, but you want to leave behind the job when the workday is over, this role could be the position for you.

If you are interested in finding a position where you can use your specialized knowledge, work a normal work week, handle our most complex pre-litigation cases, and earn six figures without taking work home, we want to hear from you. No depositions, no expert disclosures and zero trials and dedicated case managers to support your practice.

If this sounds like an intriguing opportunity, please contact us about joining our complex pre-litigation team.

About Us

Bachus & Schanker LLC is a well-established and highly regarded personal injury law firm serving clients throughout Colorado. We are recognized for our commitment to providing exceptional legal representation in complex and high-value personal injury cases. Our award winning team is dedicated to upholding the highest standards of legal advocacy and client service. A few of our awards include:

• Listed as the Top 10 Attorneys in Personal Injury Law by America's Best Advocates in 2025.
• Awarded Nation's Top One Percent in 2025 by the National Association of Distinguished Counsel.
• Received the Top 100 award from the National Trial Lawyers.
• Selected as Top 10 Attorneys for Dedication to Outstanding Advocacy in 2025 by the American Association of Attorney Advocates.

Responsibilities

• Managing a docket of our higher-value and complex personal injury cases in the pre-litigation phase
• Conducting in-depth liability and damages evaluations to determine case value and resolution strategy
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships, ensuring regular, empathetic communication
• Analyzing insurance coverage and recovery options, including third-party liability and underinsured motorist claims
• Collaborating with seasoned investigators, medical experts, and case managers to fully develop cases
• Preparing recommendations on whether litigation is warranted
• Providing personalized, boutique-style service and exceptional advocacy to clients during their recovery process

What You Bring

• Active license to practice law in the State of Colorado, in good standing
• A minimum of five (5) years of personal injury litigation experience, with strong knowledge of catastrophic injury cases
• Personal Injury litigation experience, as it strengthens pre-suit analysis and strategy
• Exceptional communication and client-relations skills, with the ability to provide concierge-level service
• Strong analytical abilities to identify recovery options and make strategic recommendations
• A commitment to the highest standards of ethics, professionalism, and client care

Compensation and Benefits:

• Compensation range of $120,000-$150,000+ (includes base salary + commission)
• Company paid Employee Medical Insurance
• Company paid Employee Dental Insurance
• Company paid Employee Long Term Disability
• Company paid Employee Term Life, AD&D
• Vision Insurance
• Cafeteria Plan including Dependent Care FSA, Parking FSA, Commuter FSA and HSA
• Additional Voluntary Individual and Family Term Life, AD&D

Please visit our website to learn more about us: job offer made for employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen.

Bachus & Schanker, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status or any other status protected by law.

Facility Location

The United States Attorney's Office

District of New Hampshire

United States Attorney's Office

53 Pleasant Street, 4th Floor

Concord, NH 03301

Position Information

NON-SCHEDULED DAYS: Saturday/Sunday

HOURS: 09:00 A.M. to 05:00 P.M.

BENEFIT INFORMATION: The salary will be based on previous experience and current postal pay policies. We offer excellent benefits including health and life insurance, retirement plan, savings/investment plan with employer contribution, flexible spending, flextime scheduling of core work hours, annual and sick leave.

Functional Purpose

Serves as Special Assistant U.S. Attorney while litigating mail theft and other complex cases as designated by the Chief Inspector or designee for an assigned division/ geographic region of the U.S. Postal Inspection Service.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Represents the United States Postal Service in the prosecution of federal crimes.

2. Develops and recommends strategies and coordinates the preparation of litigation for mail theft, mail fraud and other complex cases.

3. Performs all aspects of criminal discovery, motions practice, trials and appeals.

4. Meets with defense attorneys in advance of trial to conduct pre-trial conferences and negotiations.

5. Works closely with postal inspectors and other law enforcement agents, witnesses and victims during criminal investigations, trial preparation and all phases of litigation.

6. Conducts legal research. Prepares memoranda and briefs on questions of law. Prepares pleadings.

The United States Postal Service has the following excellent and challenging employment opportunity for highly motivated and innovative individuals. Successful candidates must demonstrate through a combination of education, training, and experience the following requirements:

Requirements

1. Ability to conduct legal research to gather and interpret information and ensure accuracy of details, using resources such

as internal and external documents, archives, electronic databases, and interviews.

2. Ability to provide legal advice and services and to formulate opinions involving the analysis and interpretation of federal, state, and local laws.

3. Ability to litigate cases before federal courts.

4. Ability to communicate orally and in writing, including the ability to negotiate with third parties on behalf of clients and to prepare legal documents and presentations.

5. Ability to obtain and maintain status as Special Assistant U.S. Attorney.

6. SPECIAL CONDITION: Qualified applicants must be licensed and in good standing in a state bar.

7. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: At least three years of experience in legal practice, of which one year may be met through the completion of a judicial clerkship. The clerkship must be documented in the applicant's resume.

8. SPECIAL CONDITIONS: Applicant must submit to a Tier 5 Single-Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) and a Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) if required. This investigation requires, among other things, completion of a questionnaire and fingerprinting for a criminal records check. The investigation may require a drug test. The successful applicant will be required to obtain and maintain a Top Secret or Top Secret/SCI clearance while holding this position.

9. EDUCATION REQUIREMENT: Applicants must have a Juris Doctor degree from an American Bar Association accredited law school.

Relocation benefits will not be offered to the successful candidate.

Qualified applicants must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening to meet the U.S. Postal Service's requirement to be drug free.

Applicants must also be a U.S. citizen or have permanent resident alien status.

VP, Construction & Claims Counsel (Attorney)

Our client, a national multifamily real estate developer, seeks a VP, Construction & Claims Counsel to join their legal team.

This attorney will possess 6+ years of experience and have solid transactional and litigation experience in construction. The ideal attorney candidate will have experience as a construction attorney from a law firm, with in-house and/or general contracting experience a plus.

This role reports to the General Counsel and will be an integral part of a lean and nimble legal team.

Responsibilities include:

• Serve as key contact for GMP negotiations.
• Serve as key contact for subcontract agreement/consultant agreement negotiations.
• Lead negotiations of professional services agreements (architects, engineers, surveys, etc.)
• Develop and update in-house construction form agreements.
• Manage routine construction disputes and lien releases
• Manage routine construction and property related litigation.
• Assist construction in the preparation of default notices and advise on general strategies during construction disputes.
• Manage claims tracking process and claims analyst.

This role will support two construction principals in different parts of the country, but this attorney must be based in the Atlanta office Monday - Thursday.

This is a "work hard, play hard" construction crowd with an intelligent, nimble and affable legal team.

Generous, above market comp + bonus.

Please apply today for immediate and confidential consideration and learn more about this fantastic team and organization.

Description

Attorney

Temporary to permanent position.

NY Wills & Estates, a New York and New Jersey wills & estates firm, is seeking a detail-oriented, client-focused Attorney to join our growing firm. This is an excellent opportunity to be a part of a highly professional, supportive team and work closely with Managing Attorney Vlad Portnoy, Esq., in a hybrid role (some days in our NYC office, other days from home).

New York offices: 450 7th Ave., Ste. 1500, New York, NY 10123

New Jersey offices: 15 Warren St, Ste 36, Hackensack, NJ 07601

What You’ll Do

As an Attorney, you will manage all aspects of active matters in:

• New York & New Jersey Surrogate’s Courts – Probate, Administration, fiduciary support
• Article 81 Guardianship Proceedings – drafting petitions, communicating with parties, Mental Hygiene Court appearances
• Estate Planning – assisting with Trusts, Wills, POAs, Healthcare Proxies
• Medicaid Planning- working with the Team to assist clients in all aspects of Medicaid Planning and Elder Law

Your responsibilities will include:

• Meeting and consulting with clients
• Drafting petitions, motions, and estate-planning documents
• Keeping clients informed and responding to inquiries promptly
• Appearing in court as needed
• Coordinating with the managing attorney on strategy
• Managing deadlines, communications, and files in the firm's CMS
• Performing legal research
• Participating in weekly and monthly case reviews and team meetings

Tools & Platforms You’ll Use

Caret Legal, WealthCounsel, LexisNexis (templates + research), MS Office, Adobe Acrobat, Google Calendar, MS Teams, ACRIS, Zoom Communications, and NYSBA community forums.

Work Structure

This is a hybrid role:

Some days are in our New York office and/or New Jersey Office

Other days working remotely

We value flexibility while maintaining the highest level of client service.

Qualifications:

• Licensed in New York or New Jersey (the other state is a strong plus)
• 5–7 years of experience in:
• Probates
• Estate Planning
• Medicaid Planning
• Special Needs Planning
• Guardianships (incl. Article 81)
• Litigation experience is a plus
• Experienced in estate planning and/or Surrogate’s Court matters
• Organized, proactive, responsive, and comfortable handling clients directly
• Able to manage a varied caseload with professionalism and empathy

Compensation:

• Base pay: $120,000-$130,000 or commensurate with experience
• Temp-to-perm (90-day probationary period)
• Hybrid Work Structure (3 days in-office, 2 remote)

Responsibilities

You will support and manage matters across five core practice areas:

Surrogate’s Court

• Probate and Administration
• Fiduciary support
• Client updates and filings

Estate Planning

• Draft Wills, Trusts, POAs, and Health Care Proxies
• Assist with client consultations and strategy

Medicaid Planning

• Prepare planning documents
• Assist clients with eligibility strategy

Special Needs Planning

• Draft and support Special Needs Trusts

Guardianships (Including Article 81)

• Draft petitions
• Coordinate with involved parties
• Appear in Mental Hygiene Court when required

Additional Responsibilities

• Meet and consult directly with clients
• Draft petitions, motions, and estate-planning documents
• Manage deadlines, files, and communication in Caret Legal
• Conduct legal research
• Participate in weekly and monthly case reviews and team meetings

Tools You’ll Use

• Caret Legal
• WealthCounsel
• LexisNexis (research + templates)
• MS Office and Adobe Acrobat
• Google Calendar, Zoom Communications, MS Teams
• ACRIS
• NYSBA community forums

About NY Wills & Estates

At NY Wills & Estates, we are dedicated to helping clients plan for the future by offering expert legal services tailored to their individual needs. Our mission is to make estate planning accessible and easy to understand, ensuring clients have peace of mind knowing their families and assets are protected. We pride ourselves on integrity, exceptional client service, and a commitment to professional excellence. If you want to be part of a reputable firm with a strong client-centric approach, we’d love to have you on our team.

A Miami-based boutique civil litigation firm is seeking a Litigation Attorney with a minimum of three (3) years of commercial or civil litigation experience to join its practice.

The firm is committed to delivering high-quality legal services, maintaining strong ethical standards, and providing excellent client representation. Attorneys work directly on matters from inception through trial and play a meaningful role in litigation strategy and courtroom advocacy. The position offers meaningful courtroom exposure and the opportunity to take an active role in litigation strategy and trial preparation.

This position is best suited for an attorney who is organized, proactive, and takes pride in the practice of law. The firm operates in a small-team environment where attorneys are expected to take ownership of their cases and proactively move matters forward toward resolution. The firm is seeking an attorney interested in building a long-term professional home and growing with a boutique litigation practice.

This is an in-office position based in Miami. Applicants must reside in the Miami area and be able to attend court hearings, depositions, mediations, and other litigation proceedings without travel limitations. Candidates must be based in the Miami area. Relocation candidates will not be considered.

Responsibilities

• Legal research and analysis

• Drafting pleadings, motions, and legal memoranda

• Managing discovery and litigation strategy

• Attending hearings, depositions, and mediations

• Trial preparation and participation through trial

• Communicating with clients, opposing counsel, and the court

• Maintaining organized systems to track deadlines, tasks, and case progress

• Taking ownership of assigned matters and actively managing files to ensure cases are consistently progressing toward resolution

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of civil or commercial litigation experience

• Active member in good standing with The Florida Bar

• Strong legal writing and analytical skills

• Highly organized with reliable systems for tracking deadlines, follow-ups, and litigation tasks through completion

• Ability to independently manage assignments and case responsibilities

• Trial experience preferred

• First-chair trial experience strongly preferred

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $140,000 – $160,000 depending on experience

• Performance bonuses available based on productivity

• Target annual billable hours: approximately 1,900

• Health insurance

• Dental insurance

• Two weeks paid time off

• Professional and collaborative work environment

To Apply

Qualified candidates should submit:

• Resume

• Writing sample consisting of a substantial or dispositive motion authored by the applicant (please redact any confidential information)

Donahue Fitzgerald is a highly respected and growing law firm with a strong commitment to providing exceptional legal services to our clients. Our Trusts and Estates Litigation practice is a cornerstone of our firm, recognized for its sophisticated handling of complex and high-stakes disputes. We pride ourselves on a collaborative environment, professional development opportunities, and a commitment to work-life balance. We represent a diverse client base, including high-net-worth individuals, fiduciaries, and charitable organizations, in all aspects of trust and estate controversies.

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Trust & Estates Litigation Attorney to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of dedicated experience in trust, estate, and conservatorship litigation in California. This role offers the opportunity to manage a diverse caseload, work closely with partners, and take a lead role in all phases of litigation, from initial case assessment through trial and appeal.

We believe in rewarding hard work. Our attorneys have a minimum billable hour requirement of 1,610 hours per year. For those who meet or exceed this goal, our tiered bonus program provides a clear path to increase your earnings significantly.

The annual base salary for this position is $165,000 to $195,000. Depending on billable hours, total compensation can range from $207,000 at the lower end of the salary range to $245,000 at the higher end.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Manage and litigate complex trust, estate, and conservatorship disputes, including but not limited to:

• Will and trust contests (e.g., undue influence, lack of capacity, fraud)
• Breach of fiduciary duty claims against trustees, executors, and conservators
• Petitions for instructions and accountings
• Spousal property petitions
• Elder abuse actions (financial and physical)
• Conservatorship contested matters
• Probate and trust administration disputes
• Conduct legal research and analysis, draft pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Handle all aspects of discovery, including propounding and responding to written discovery, and taking/defending depositions.
• Prepare for and attend court hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
• Develop and implement effective case strategies.
• Collaborate with partners and other attorneys on complex matters.
• Mentor junior attorneys and support staff as needed.
• Maintain accurate time records and ensure compliance with billing requirements.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with the California State Bar.
• 5+ years of demonstrable experience specializing in California Trust & Estates Litigation.
• Strong understanding of the California Probate Code, related statutes, and case law.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills, with a proven ability to draft persuasive legal documents and advocate effectively in court.
• Excellent analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a client-focused approach.
• Experience with trial preparation and courtroom advocacy is highly preferred.
• A proven track record of successfully resolving complex litigation matters.
• Ability to work a hybrid schedule of 3 days in the office after completing 90 days of employment.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) plan
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development opportunities
• A collegial and supportive work environment.
• Opportunity for significant growth and advancement within the firm.

To Apply: Interested candidates should submit a cover letter detailing their relevant experience and interest in this position, along with a resume and writing sample (e.g., legal brief, motion, or significant portion of a pleading) demonstrating their litigation drafting skills.

Please send your application materials to with the subject line: Trust & Estates Litigation Attorney.

Donahue Fitzgerald LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The salary range for this position applies to California. The salary range reflects a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, education, licensure and/or certifications, geographic location, market demands, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for a position. A reasonable estimate of the current salary range for this position is $165,000 to $195,000.