Hoge Fenton, a distinguished multi-service law firm, is seeking a Trust & Estate Litigation Attorney to join our Trust & Estate group.
The ideal candidate will have 6+ years of extensive experience in Trust and Estate litigation and a demonstrated interest in providing advice and counsel to clients with a broad spectrum of Trust and Estate issues.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
- Active membership in the State Bar of California
- Minimum of 6 years of experience in Trust & Estate litigation
- Strong analytical, negotiation, consulting, and communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
- Excellent reputation for integrity and collegiality among both bench and bar
- Represent senior citizens and their families in financial elder abuse litigation.
- Represent trustees, executors, administrators and beneficiaries in trust and probate litigation, including:
Contests based upon lack of capacity, undue influence, or fraud;
Negligent management of assets;
Failure to account, or Inadequate accounting;
Co-trustee disputes;
Removal and surcharge actions;
Breach of fiduciary duty (lack of impartiality, self-dealing & secret profits) - Supervise and mentor associates
Location
This position can be based in any of our offices: Silicon Valley (downtown San Jose), Tri-Valley (Pleasanton), or Peninsula (San Mateo). Travel between locations may be necessary.
Compensation and Benefits
The annual base salary for this position ranges from $205,000 to $255,000. This range reflects the firm's good faith estimate of potential compensation, which may vary based on experience, qualifications, and skill set.
We offer our associates a full array of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), a student loan repayment benefit, paid parental leave, teleworking opportunities, and a no-accrual vacation policy.
We provide both formal and informal training opportunities and encourage professional growth, both as a lawyer and a business person.
Recruiter Notice
Unsolicited resumes from search firms will not be considered, and no fees will be paid for candidates submitted without a prior written agreement.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Hoge Fenton has a strong commitment to diversity. We strive to recruit and retain a workforce that welcomes and supports the interests of women, families, and individuals of all ages, races, creeds, religions, colors, national origins, ethnicities, sexual orientations, gender
identities/gender expressions, disabilities, or military and veteran statuses. Our environment is collegial, collaborative, flexible, and supportive.