Trust and Estate Litigation Associate

Direct Counsel is partnering with a reputable law firm to find a Senior Associate Attorney. This role is critical for overseeing all assigned client cases, encompassing case research, client relationship management, diligent counsel, intra-firm coordination, and achieving favorable case outcomes. The Senior Associate Attorney will report to the Senior Counsel and/or Partner and will focus on delivering high-quality client service through effective case management and expert legal counsel.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality legal counsel and advice to clients, prospects, and partners.
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda to advise clients on a range of topics.
• Stay updated on legal developments in areas such as litigation, corporate law, business transactions, tax law, and more.
• Manage and supervise assigned administrative personnel, including Legal Assistants and...

Direct Counsel has partnered with a reputable law firm dedicated to providing exceptional legal services. We are looking for a highly motivated Associate Attorney with a minimum of 5 years of experience in Trusts & Estates Litigation to join this dynamic team. This position involves working directly with our Partners, who are committed to delivering high-quality legal services. The Associate Attorney will play a crucial role in managing client cases and ensuring successful outcomes, all while embodying the firm’s core values of Integrity, Hard Work, Excellence, and Team.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality legal counsel and advice to clients, prospects, and partners.
• Conduct thorough legal research and prepare memoranda on various topics within your specialty.
• Stay updated on legal developments related to Trusts & Estates and other relevant areas of law.
• Supervise and...

Direct Counsel has partnered with a premier, internationally recognized law firm in their search for a junior to mid level associate to support our Sacramento office’s Trust and Estate Litigation practice group.  This group has extensive experience representing individual, professional, and corporate fiduciaries and beneficiaries in the full panoply of contested Trust and Estate matters.

In this role, you will be assisting with all aspects of litigation, including drafting of petitions, drafting discovery, taking depositions, making court appearances and trial.  The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years business litigation experience with a strong interest in trust and estate litigation.  Prior experience working in this specific practice area (trust, estate, conservatorship, guardianship, and elder abuse litigation) is a huge plus.  Candidates should also be licensed to practice in California, have strong writing skills and...