Probate Litigation Attorney in Jersey City

Job Description

Probate Litigation Attorney

Our client, a highly respected law firm with a robust trust and probate litigation practice, is seeking a skilled and motivated Probate Litigation Attorney. This is a unique opportunity for an attorney to grow professionally in a collaborative and forward-thinking legal environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Independently manage a caseload of trust and probate litigation matters.
• Draft, review, and file petitions, pleadings, and motions.
• Conduct depositions, attend hearings, and represent clients in trials.
• Provide strategic legal advice to trustees, beneficiaries, and fiduciaries.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on complex estate and trust litigation matters.
• Stay updated on California trust and estate law developments.

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of trust and probate litigation experience (Senior-level candidates with a book of business are encouraged to apply)
• Must be Bar licensed in New Jersey, in good standing (New York and Pennsylvania are a plus).
• Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Strong ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong courtroom presence and client advocacy skills.
• Must reside or be willing to relocate.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• A commitment to work-life balance and a positive, inclusive firm culture.

*Salary range is based on experience and may be different than what is represented in the job posting.

Apply Now or Forward your resume in confidence to: Virginia.Amburgy@gogpac.com

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.