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Job Title: Associate Attorney - Trusts and Estates Litigation

Company: Sauvey Law Group, APC

Location: Irvine, California

Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate for this position is someone interested in mentorship with a goal of becoming proficient, independent, and skilled in the field of trusts, estates, and elder law.

About Us:
Sauvey Law Group, APC is a growing law firm located in the heart of Irvine, California. We manage many types of cases governed by the Probate Code and Welfare and Institutions Code, including the following:

• Trust and probate administration
• Trust and probate litigation
• Conservatorship administration
• Conservatorship litigation
• Elder abuse restraining orders
• Elder abuse, generally
• Guardianship administration
• Guardianship litigation
• Estate planning
• Some minor civil litigation

We strive to produce high quality work consistent with the rates billed for hourly services. We consistently desire to steer matters to conclusion for clients swiftly, often after the first hearing on the matter, by timely addressing probate notes and maintaining control of cases to ensure that minimal delays will result in client upset. We are selective about the clients we assist and try to only work with individuals showing a high level of respect and kindness. We routinely represent private professional fiduciaries, trust companies, and other professionals in probate-related matters.

Principal attorney, Kaylee K. Sauvey, has a passion for mentorship and encouraging the next generation of professionals to achieve success by acquiring knowledge. Ms. Sauvey is an adjunct professor at Western State College of Law, where she developed the probate clinic and continues to teach every spring. At Sauvey Law Group, APC, Ms. Sauvey works closely with attorneys and staff to ensure that explanations are liberally shared for common procedures and tasks so that you not only know how to perform a task, but why that task is important and how it fits into the greater framework of the case as a whole.

We are very active with the Orange County Bar Association (where Ms. Sauvey is on the trusts and estates section's board) and we routinely attend lunchtime and evening events as a firm, which provide opportunities to network with other professionals and develop quality relationships in the industry.

Job Description:
Sauvey Law Group, APC is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Associate Attorney to join our growing team.

As an Associate Attorney, you will work closely with Ms. Sauvey to provide exceptional legal services to our clients. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious attorney who is passionate about probate and elder law and seeking to develop their skills in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Typical Day-to-Day:

A typical day in this role will include facilitating some aspects of trust, probate, conservatorship, and guardianship administration and litigation - many of which are repetitive tasks and some of which are unique to the case itself. There will be limited opportunities to assist with estate planning, though this is not a substantial part of the job description. As soon as possible, you will be making court appearances, communicating with opposing counsel, communicating with clients, and preparing legal documents to advance client cases and objectives. Ms. Sauvey is regularly available for questions or explanations to ensure that you are adequately supported in your role.

Responsibilities may include:

• Conducting legal research and analysis on various probate issues
• Assisting with the administration of trusts and probate estates
• Communicating effectively with clients to understand their needs and objectives
• Collaborating with team members to develop and implement effective legal strategies
• Representing clients in probate court proceedings as needed
• Propounding and responding to discovery
• Engaging in litigation strategies and facilitating litigated matters
• Conducting depositions

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
• Admission to the California State Bar in good standing
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail is required

Benefits:

• Reasonable billing requirement
• On-site fitness center (5-50 lb. weights, treadmill, elliptical, and exercise bike)
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Health insurance benefits
• Retirement savings plan
• Unlimited paid time off
• Seven paid holidays per year
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement

How to Apply:
If you are a dedicated attorney who meets the description outlined in this listing and are interested in joining our team, you may apply using the link provided in this listing.

If you are interested in further consideration, your resume, cover letter, and writing sample may be emailed to hiring@sauveylaw.com.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $105,000.00 - $170,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program

Ability to Relocate:

• Irvine, CA 92618: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person