Senior Estate Litigator Job at Aplin (Vancouver)

Senior Associate - Business & Real Estate Disputes

A respected California law firm with a strong presence in Downtown LA is seeking...

Location

United States , Los Angeles

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

6-12+ years of California civil litigation experience
Substantial experience handling business or real estate litigation matters
Strong motion practice, discovery, and deposition skills
Trial or arbitration experience in a lead or second-chair capacity
Excellent legal writing, oral advocacy, and strategic thinking skills
Ability to independently manage complex matters
Comfortable meeting a ~1,750 billable hour requirement

Job Responsibility

Manage cases from inception through trial or resolution with limited partner oversight
Develop litigation strategy, budgets, and case timelines
Draft and argue dispositive motions and discovery motions
Take and defend fact and expert depositions
Conduct legal research and prepare trial briefs, jury instructions, and motions in limine
Prepare and examine witnesses at trial or arbitration
Lead settlement strategy and participate in mediations
Maintain direct client communication and manage client expectations

What we offer

medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan

Senior Estates and Succession Lawyer

We are currently seeking a senior Wills & Estates Lawyer to join a respected and...

Location

Canada , Ottawa

Salary:

Not provided

Aplin

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

10+ years of experience in wills & estates law, including estate administration and succession planning
Existing client base and portable practice preferred
Strong experience with trusts, capacity matters, and probate administration
Demonstrated ability to manage client relationships and maintain an independent practice
Leadership and mentorship capabilities with interest in long-term departmental growth
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to contribute positively to a collegial firm culture
Experience in disability planning, tax, estate litigation, or business law considered strong assets
Ability to speak and draft in French considered a strong asset, though not mandatory
Interest in long-term partnership and succession planning opportunities

Job Responsibility

Handle a broad range of matters including estate planning, estate administration, succession planning, trust and capacity matters, and related advisory work
Manage client relationships, overseeing files independently, and contributing to the continued growth and mentorship of the department

What we offer

Competitive compensation structure based on billings and collections with flexibility for compensation arrangements
Existing internal workflow and substantial estates infrastructure to support practice growth
Flexible and entrepreneurial environment with strong autonomy and support
Collegial, relationship-driven culture emphasizing mentorship, work-life balance, and long-term career development

Fulltime

Senior Litigation Attorney

Our client, a highly respected and growing litigation boutique in Orange County,...

Location

United States , Irvine

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Active California Bar membership
8+ years of litigation experience
Strong motion practice, deposition, and case management experience
Proven ability to independently manage a litigation caseload
Excellent writing, analytical, and advocacy skills
Trial experience or significant trial preparation experience preferred
At least 5 years of experience handling complex business litigation matters, with deeper experience strongly valued
Demonstrated capability in drafting motions, preparing briefs, and managing discovery in civil litigation
Strong oral advocacy skills with the ability to argue motions and appear effectively in court or alternative dispute forums
Experience handling sophisticated disputes such as shareholder or partnership matters, real estate conflicts, international issues, crypto-related cases, or business-related trust and estate litigation

Job Responsibility

Manage complex litigation matters from inception through resolution
Develop case strategy and oversee all phases of discovery
Draft and argue motions, including dispositive motions
Take and defend depositions
Attend court appearances, mediations, and settlement conferences
Mentor and supervise junior attorneys and support staff
Maintain strong client relationships and provide strategic counsel

What we offer

Performance-based bonus opportunities
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
401(k) program
Generous PTO and paid holidays

Fulltime

Litigation Associate

A premier and growing downtown Minneapolis law firm is seeking a Litigation Asso...

Location

United States , Minneapolis

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

J.D. from an accredited law school and active Minnesota bar admission
Minimum of 3+ years of transferable civil litigation or commercial litigation experience
Strong preference for candidates with construction and/or real estate litigation experience
Experience handling pleadings, motions, discovery, depositions, and court appearances
Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills
Strong interpersonal and client communication abilities

Job Responsibility

Manage and support all phases of litigation from case inception through resolution
Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests and responses, and other litigation-related documents
Conduct legal research, analyze complex issues, and assist in developing case strategy
Manage discovery, including document review, depositions, and witness preparation
Attend court hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and other proceedings
Work closely with partners and senior attorneys on construction, real estate, and commercial litigation matters, including disputes arising from construction contracts and project-related issues
Gain exposure to the transactional aspects of construction law through collaboration with attorneys advising clients on contract drafting, risk management, and project development matters
Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and other stakeholders

What we offer

Comprehensive health benefits
401(k) with employer match
Paid parental leave
Paid holidays and PTO
Disability coverage
Professional development support
Competitive compensation and bonus structure

Fulltime

Senior Claims Counsel – Title Insurance

Join a team that puts its People First! Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) h...

Location

United States , Santa Ana

Salary:

129300.00 - 172300.00 USD / Year

First American Financial

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

12+ years of experience with emphasis on real estate matters (title/ownership of real property, liens/easements/encumbrances, escrow, etc.) insurance coverage, including some litigation, mediation, and arbitration experience
Specific expertise with title insurance, escrow and lender matters highly desirable
Must possess excellent written and verbal communication, negotiation and organizational skills
Law Degree required
Licensed and in good standing to practice law in any state of the United States
Ability to develop, evaluate and implement resolution strategies to fully conclude a claim
Experience handling claims and insurance coverage
Ability to work independently and to exhibit originality and ingenuity is required

Job Responsibility

Investigate the facts and issues of the claim, determine whether coverage exists, evaluate loss under the title policy, assess defenses for the insured and/or the company, determine need to retain outside counsel, develop and carry out a plan to address the claim and manage the claim and/or litigation through to final resolution
Negotiate settlements and resolutions with claimant / opposing counsel / third parties
Appear as company representative in court proceedings, mediations, settlement conferences and trials
Manage claim budget, review and approve outside counsel invoices and other expenses and determine settlement and expense reserves
Direct outside counsel on litigation strategy through the course of claim administration and litigation
Identify and pursue sources for recovery

What we offer

medical
dental
vision
401k
PTO/paid sick leave
employee stock purchase plan

Fulltime

Litigation attorney

We are looking for a litigation attorney to join a growing legal team in Fort Wo...

Location

United States , Fort Worth

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience practicing in business litigation, commercial litigation, or broader civil litigation
Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
Active license to practice law in Texas with good standing status
Demonstrated ability to draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery materials effectively
Working knowledge of disputes involving commercial matters, employment issues, probate or fiduciary claims, or real estate litigation
Strong analytical judgment and the ability to translate complex legal issues into practical case strategies
Excellent organization, time management, and communication skills for handling multiple deadlines and client needs
Detail-oriented approach and long-term interest in contributing to the continued growth of a law firm practice

Job Responsibility

Manage commercial and civil litigation matters through each phase of the case, from initial assessment to settlement, trial, or appeal
Prepare persuasive legal documents, including complaints, answers, motions, briefs, and other filings, while maintaining strong attention to deadlines and accuracy
Oversee written discovery, document review, and case development activities to support effective litigation strategies
Contribute to trial readiness by assisting with witness preparation, exhibit organization, hearing preparation, and courtroom proceedings
Handle disputes involving business conflicts, contract claims, fiduciary matters, probate and trust issues, employment-related claims, and real estate or construction controversies
Support matters involving restrictive covenants, unfair competition concerns, and trade secret claims, including both prosecution and defense strategies
Work closely with senior attorneys, clients, and other stakeholders to evaluate risks, recommend practical solutions, and advance client objectives
Provide legal insight that connects litigation issues to broader business considerations, such as contracts, employment concerns, and operational risk
Balance multiple active matters in a fast-paced practice while ensuring responsive communication and high-quality client service

What we offer

medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
enrollment in company 401(k) plan

Head Of Commercial, Innovation And Technology Legal

This is a key director leadership role within Commercial, Innovation and Technol...

Location

United Kingdom , London; Greater Manchester; Birmingham

Salary:

Not provided

Barclays

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Senior qualified lawyer (Solicitor, Barrister or equivalent in the role holder’s relevant location), with relevant post-qualification experience (in-house and/or private practice) ideally including one or more of the following areas: software/fintech, commercial contracts, payments, financial services, electronic trading
Strong technical knowledge of and expertise in advising on and negotiating general commercial/technology contracts and the regulatory aspects associated with them for a financial services institution, preferably including a range of agreements from the following examples (this is an illustrative list)
Extensive experience in advising on the structure and negotiation of high-value, business critical technology projects, including cloud (IaaS/PaaS), strategic AI solutions, SaaS, and software-development agreements with global vendors
Extensive experience in advising on the structure and leading the negotiation of complex market data licensing and index licensing transactions with major vendors
Acting on global outsourcing deals, including for business critical services, as well as other global deals including for professional services
Leading key sponsorship, media buying and marketing deals
Experience in the design, implementation and governance of technology-enabled transformation initiatives to support structured process optimisation and enhanced risk control across legal workflows
Technical knowledge and experience above to be based on English law contracts or equivalent (e.g. experience of the laws, and ideally contract principles, in a comparable legal system (including Common Law jurisdictions) with a similar legal framework to those found in contracts governed by English law
Strong stakeholder management skills, ability to work cross-functionally in a collegiate and professional manner, and willingness to support projects led by other teams and functions
Strong communication skills

Job Responsibility

Development and implementation of best practice legal strategies for risk management and compliance
Legal advice and support to the business on CIT Areas, including regulatory advice and advocacy, innovation and technology strategy, and contract drafting, review and negotiation
Representation of the bank in legal proceedings related to CIT Areas, such as litigation, arbitration, and regulatory investigations
Creation and review of legal documents including agreements and licenses for commercial services, technology, software, data, real estate, and sponsorship and other legal documents to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations
Legal research and analysis to stay up to date on changes in laws and regulations that may impact the bank across the CIT Areas
Developing and delivering training programmes to educate employees on legal and regulatory requirements related to the CIT Areas
Pro-active identification, communication, and provision of legal advice on applicable laws, rules and regulations (LRRs). Keeping up to date with regards to changes to LRRs in the relevant coverage area. Ensuring that LRRs are effectively allocated to, and adequately reflected within, the relevant policies, standards and controls

What we offer

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CoSpace is our drop-in co-working space, where networks are built, problems are solved collectively and our community is strengthened
Our Wellness Suite includes a well-equipped gym and exercise studios, and provides personal training sessions and massage therapy
Our new trading floors enhance communication, integrate sustainability, and support health and wellbeing through innovative design and British-sourced furniture
We celebrate the unique perspectives and experiences each individual brings, believing our differences make us stronger and drive success

Fulltime

Trust & Estate Attorney

We are looking for a Trust & Estate Attorney to join our team in Roseville, Cali...

Location

United States , Roseville

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active membership in the California Bar
Demonstrated knowledge of trust and estate law, fiduciary disputes, and litigation involving business conflicts
Experience drafting motions, pleadings, briefs, discovery materials, and other legal filings
Working knowledge of deposition practice, mediation, trial preparation, and courtroom procedures
Strong communication and relationship-management skills for working effectively with clients and colleagues
Excellent analytical judgment, attention to detail, and ability to manage complex legal matters
Prior background in trust, estate, or business litigation is strongly preferred
Ability to work on-site in Roseville, California

Job Responsibility

Lead trust and estate litigation matters involving contested wills, fiduciary disagreements, and connected business-related disputes
Prepare, review, and file pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery responses, and other case documents with accuracy and strong legal analysis
Perform detailed legal research to support litigation strategy, motion practice, and client recommendations
Represent clients during depositions, mediations, hearings, and court proceedings with professionalism and sound advocacy
Partner with clients, senior attorneys, and other stakeholders to evaluate risks, develop case strategy, and move matters forward effectively
Manage case activity from early investigation through resolution, maintaining organization across deadlines, filings, and evidence
Support trial preparation by assembling exhibits, coordinating witnesses, and refining arguments for presentation
Deliver responsive, client-focused communication that keeps parties informed and builds confidence throughout the legal process

What we offer

Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
401(k) plan
Free online training
Access to top jobs
Competitive compensation

Fulltime

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