Private Wealth and Fiduciary Litigation Associate Attorney - Silicon Valley Job at Direct Counsel, San Jose, CA

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  • Direct Counsel
  • San Jose, CA

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Direct Counsel is representing an Am Law 100 global law firm seeking a Private Wealth and Fiduciary Litigation Associate Attorney to join its Silicon Valley (Menlo Park) or San Francisco office, with a preference for Silicon Valley.

This position offers the opportunity to work with a nationally recognized Private Wealth and Fiduciary Litigation Team , representing clients in complex and emotionally charged disputes involving trusts, estates, and conservatorships . The team includes some of the most successful trial attorneys in the country and is known for its high-profile, trial-heavy practice.

Practice Overview

The Private Wealth and Fiduciary Litigation group represents beneficiaries, trustees, fiduciaries, and family members in disputes involving:

  • Breach of fiduciary duty, fiduciary misconduct, and fraud

  • Misfeasance or malfeasance in estate and trust administration

  • Investment mismanagement and financial elder abuse

  • Will and trust contests and related estate disputes

Associates in this practice gain deep experience with high-stakes litigation, intricate family dynamics, and cutting-edge legal issues while maintaining meaningful client contact and significant courtroom exposure.

Key Advantages
  • Exposure to challenging and high-profile cases with compelling narratives.

  • Substantial trial practice and courtroom experience early in your career.

  • Opportunities for direct client interaction and business development in a niche, in-demand practice area.

  • Close collaboration with top-tier trial lawyers in a collegial and mentoring environment.

Qualifications
  • 3–5 years of litigation experience , preferably in trusts and estates litigation or related areas involving fiduciary disputes.

  • Experience or exposure to issues concerning trusts, decedents’ estates, conservatorships, or adult guardianships .

  • Admission to the California State Bar required.

  • Excellent research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.

  • Strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and ability to handle sensitive matters with discretion.

Compensation
  • Annual salary range: $260,000 – $390,000

  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package, commensurate with experience.

To apply: Please submit a cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and writing sample.

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