Managing Attorney in San Diego

Job Description

Trust & Estate Litigation Managing Attorney – San Diego

A well-established trust and estate litigation law firm is seeking an experienced Managing Attorney to lead its San Diego office. This is an exceptional opportunity for a results-driven litigator to guide clients through complex probate, trust, and estate disputes while mentoring a growing team of attorneys and shaping the future of the office.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage trust and estate litigation cases from inception through resolution.
• Build and maintain client relationships, expand business development opportunities, and represent clients in court proceedings.
• Mentor and develop junior attorneys, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team.
• Collaborate with colleagues to uphold the firm’s values-driven culture and deliver exceptional results for clients.
• Contribute to strategic growth initiatives and serve as a key leader in the San Diego office.

Qualifications:

• Member of the California State Bar in good standing.
• Minimum 3 years of probate and trust litigation experience required.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex litigation matters, mentor junior attorneys, and develop client relationships.
• Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Proven leadership experience and ability to guide a team in a collaborative, values-driven environment.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation range:$250,000–$300,000+
• Robust bonus potential, and comprehensive benefits.
• Supportive, collaborative culture that values work-life balance and professional growth.
• Opportunities to lead, mentor, and shape the growth of the San Diego office.

Interested?  Submit your resume and connect with Carolina Ries for a confidential conversation at carolina.ries@gogpac.com or call/text 605-679-4241.

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.