Probate / Trusts & Estates Attorney (California) – Contract, Remote
OverviewWe are hiring a California Probate / Trusts & Estates Attorney to manage a mixed docket of probate administration, contested probate/trust matters, and core estate planning (wills, revocable trusts, POA, AHCD). You’ll have direct client contact, support staff, and clear expectations. Core Responsibilities• Open, administer, and close California probate matters (petition → distribution)• Litigate contested issues: will/trust contests, fiduciary breach/removal, contested accountings, distributions• Handle inherited real property issues (liens, foreclosure risk, partition/buyout among heirs)• Draft/review wills, revocable trusts, POA, healthcare directives• Prepare/argue probate pleadings and motions; attend hearings/mediations• Communicate status/strategy to clients; work with team for timely filingsMinimum Qualifications• Active California Bar in good standing• 2+ years probate administration or probate court experience• Exposure to probate/trust litigation (any contested matter)• Experience drafting estate planning documents• Negotiation/mediation skills; strong research & writingNice to Have• Real property/foreclosure issues in probate• Contested accountings; fiduciary surcharge/removal• Settlement experience involving multiple heirs/beneficiariesWork Setup• Remote in CA with firm-provided tools• Reasonable billables; team support for filings, calendaring, and client intakeJob Type: ContractPay: $100.00 - $120.00 per hourBenefits:• Flexible scheduleWork Location:Remote Apply tot his job