Estate Planning, Probate & Guardianship Attorney
About The Position
The Law Office of Bryan Fagan is seeking a high-performing attorney with experience in estate planning, probate, and guardianship matters. The attorney will handle contested and uncontested probate matters, estate planning, and guardianships, and will lead litigation and courtroom work across Texas counties. The firm provides marketing, administrative, billing, paralegal, and other support so the attorney can focus on legal practice rather than lead generation, business development, or invoice collection. The role includes managing a diverse caseload across office regions and counties, developing case and negotiation strategies, representing clients through emotionally challenging life events, and supervising assigned paralegals and support staff. The position is based in Austin and reports to Kimberly Washington. It is full-time, with compensation listed as $75,000–$130,000 per year, with potential additional earnings through a bonus structure.
Requirements
- Active member of the Texas State Bar with at least two years in good standing.
- At least two years of recent, hands-on experience in estate planning, contested and uncontested probate, and guardianship matters.
- Demonstrated experience handling hearings, mediations, depositions, and First-Chair or lead advocacy in Texas courts.
- Ability to provide clear, compassionate counsel to clients facing complex and emotionally charged life events.
- Strong analytical skills and ability to develop case strategies and negotiate effectively.
- Experience supervising or closely partnering with paralegals and support staff.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including explaining complex legal concepts in plain language.
- Proficiency with Clio, TxDoc, Wealth Counsel or similar drafting platforms, Google Workspace, and Texas e-filing systems.
- Ability to manage a fast-paced, multi-county docket with meticulous attention to detail.
Responsibilities
- Handle estate planning, contested and uncontested probate, and guardianship matters.
- Conduct First-Chair trials, hearings, mediations, and depositions in Texas courts and surrounding counties.
- Develop and execute case tactics and negotiation strategies for fast-paced dockets.
- Provide results-driven, compassionate representation and counsel to clients.
- Maintain a presence and manage a diverse caseload across office regions and counties.
- Supervise assigned paralegals and support staff to ensure accuracy in pleadings, discovery, and document drafting.
Benefits
- Base salary of $75,000–$130,000 or more based on experience, with a bonus structure offering significant annual upside.
- Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans.
- Short- and long-term disability coverage.
- Voluntary term life insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan with up to a 5% company match.
- Generous paid time off and paid company holidays.
- Earned hybrid work options.
- Dedicated paralegal and billing coordinator assigned to cases.
- Financial support for continuing legal education (CLE), with maintained billable-hour requirements.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
