Seeking CALIFORNIA attorneys with preferably 1 year of experience in Probate Litigation, starting salary will be based on experience.
The Legacy Lawyers is devoted to making a tough time in our clients lives’ easier so they can properly grieve the loss of a loved one. We work tirelessly to ensure that clients have proper representation during the transfer of wealth between generations. We do that by using the law, a system of best practices, and proven strategies to solve problems that threaten family legacies or dishonor a decedent’s last wishes.
We practice estate, trust and conservatorship administration and litigation. We will provide the training, resources and cases necessary to get the right candidate on track to becoming one of the most respected probate attorneys in California.
We foster a collaborative working environment with over ten other attorneys at various stages of their career. Each attorney manages their own caseload, but contributes as a team member to ensure clients receive the best representation possible.
Work with professionals in a culture supported by the following ideals:
Vision:
– Our vision is to become the most endorsed probate firm in California.
Mission:
– We think outside the box to give clients to most compelling law firm experience.
Core Values:
– Integrity: Always do the right thing, especially if nobody’s watching
– Relationships: Build relationships and all else will follow
– Get Stuff Done: Start now, keep it fun, fast and focused
– Illuminate: Brighten every space you enter
– Service: Do what you do so well people can’t help telling others about you
Probate Attorney tasks include the following:
- Work closely with firm members and clients (in writing, in person and by telephone) to ascertain and modify client goals, collect evidence, answer questions about law, facts, procedures and case status;
- Guide clients through probate, trust and conservatorship administration and litigation matters;
- Conduct legal research and develop strategies;
- Draft discovery plans, client letters, opinion letters, demand letters, settlement proposals, petitions, declarations, motions, and settlement and trial briefs;
- Conduct and defend depositions (of parties, third party witnesses and experts);
- Propound and respond to form and special interrogatories, requests for documents, and requests for admission;
- Subpoena records from third parties and witnesses to appear at trial;
- Summarize discovery;
- Make court appearances;
- Participate in settlement conferences, presenting evidence, advising clients on the strengths and weaknesses of their cases, and analyzing probable outcomes; and
- Handle bench trials (when ready).
The firm matches employee Simple IRA contributions up to 3% of their salary. We offer Gold level medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, 3 paid sick leave days a year, 10 days of paid vacation leave, and 7 paid holidays. We also cover state bar dues, approved monthly seminars costs and other approved training costs after one year of service.
Applications will only be considered if the applicant meets the minimum experience requirements.
Employment Type: Full Time
Salary: $72,500 – $175,400 Annual
Bonus/Commission: Yes