Litigation Associate (Private Wealth & Fiduciary Litigation)

About the role

A mid-level litigation associate position is available in Sheppard’s nationally recognized Private Wealth and Fiduciary Litigation Team. Based in Silicon Valley or San Francisco, with preference for Silicon Valley.

Responsibilities

• Handle complex cases involving trusts, decedents’ estates, conservatorships, and adult guardianships.
• Represent clients in disputes related to breach of fiduciary duty, fiduciary misconduct, and fraud.
• Manage cases involving investment mismanagement, financial elder abuse, conservatorship matters, and will and trust contests.
• Participate in and contribute to the development of legislative changes affecting beneficiaries and fiduciaries.
• Gain trial experience and work on high-profile, impactful cases.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships.

Requirements

• 2-4 years of litigation experience.
• Experience or exposure to trusts and estates litigation is preferred but not required.
• Excellent writing, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
• Candidate must be admitted to the California bar.

Qualifications

• Admission to the California bar.

Skills

• Strong research and writing skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines.
• Experience with complex legal issues and litigation strategies.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $235,000 - $310,000.

Schedule

N/A

Benefits

N/A

Contact

Please contact Isabella LeBlanc at ileblanc@sheppard.com for questions about this position.

Req #: 2026-360