Probate, Trust, & Estate Attorney
Company: Career Consulting Partners
Location: Walnut Creek
Posted on: February 13, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Probate, Trust, & Estate
Attorney Career Consulting Partners has partnered with a nationally
recognized firm in the probate, trust, and estate space. They have
been recognized as a leader in Private Wealth Disputes in the
"Chambers and Partners" High Net Worth Guide, which ranks top
lawyers and law firms from over 55 countries worldwide. They
represent Trustees, Beneficiaries, Heirs, Conservators/Guardians,
Creditors, and Surviving Spouses. We are seeking a highly motivated
Mid-Level Attorney with experience in probate, trust, and estate
litigation to join our team in Walnut Creek, California . The ideal
candidate will have a strong background in California probate law,
trust administration, and estate disputes, with a proven ability to
manage cases from inception to resolution. This role offers an
excellent opportunity to work on complex and challenging cases
while advancing your career in a dynamic and supportive
environment. Duties/Responsibilities: Handle a diverse caseload of
probate, trust, and estate litigation matters, including will
contests, trust disputes, fiduciary litigation, and related issues.
Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, motions, and other legal
documents. Represent clients in court appearances, mediation, and
settlement negotiations. Provide legal advice and guidance to
clients, keeping them informed of case progress and developments.
Collaborate with senior attorneys and other team members to develop
case strategies and achieve favorable outcomes. Maintain up-to-date
knowledge of relevant California laws and regulations, ensuring
compliance and effective case management. Participate in firm
meetings, continuing legal education (CLE) programs, and other
professional development activities. Qualifications: Juris Doctor
(JD) degree from an accredited law school. Active membership in
good standing with the California State Bar. Minimum of 1 year of
experience in trust and estate disputes in California. Strong
knowledge of California probate law, trust administration, and
estate planning. Strong legal writing and analytical skills, paired
with a strategic, detail-oriented approach to litigation. Ability
to meet an annual goal of 1,800 quality billable hours . Proven
ability to manage cases independently and as part of a team.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the
ability to build and maintain client relationships. Detail-oriented
with strong organizational and time-management abilities.
Compensation & Benefits: Base Salary $130,000 - $230,000 Plus, a
yearly bonus based on firm/employee performance. Dedicated
marketing Top 100 - Trust and Estate Litigation Super Lawyers 2017
- 2024 Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance. 401(k)
Generous paid time off (PTO) and holidays. Professional development
opportunities, including CLE programs and bar association
memberships. A supportive and collaborative work environment with
opportunities for advancement. Location: Walnut Creek, California
On-Site Please note that we at Career Consulting Partners will be
sure to keep your information private. We will not submit you or
your information to any firm without your consent. Once we have
received your resume/application, we will reach out to you and
review the firm(s) before we move forward
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