Trusts & Estates Attorney in Durham

Date Posted: Monday, November 24, 2025

Job Snapshot

Job Description

Position: Trusts & Estates Attorney (Litigation-Focused)
Experience Required: 5–10 years
Location: Raleigh, North Carolina
Practice Area: T&E Litigation (NOT estate planning)
Employment Type: Full-Time

Overview

A reputable law firm in Raleigh, NC is seeking a skilled Trusts & Estates Attorney with 5–10 years of experience, specifically on the litigation side of T&E matters. This role is ideal for an attorney who excels in handling contested estate and fiduciary disputes, will contests, trust litigation, capacity challenges, and related probate litigation.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a firm with a strong reputation, a collaborative team culture, and a steady stream of sophisticated T&E litigation cases.

Qualifications

5–10 years of Trusts & Estates litigation experience
• Strong background in contested probate, fiduciary disputes, and trust litigation
• Ability to handle motions, hearings, depositions, and court appearances independently
• Excellent writing, research, and litigation strategy skills
• Licensed to practice in North Carolina (or willing to become licensed)
• Strong analytical mindset and client communication skills


Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Supportive, collegial environment with growth potential
• Steady caseload with high-quality work

Next Steps

If you have candidates interested in T&E litigation—or would like to submit someone for consideration—please send resumes or reach out directly:

Alejandra Holguin
Email: alejandra.holguin@gogpac.com
Phone: (605) 501-4360

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.