Estate Planning, Probate Litigation & 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 litigation. The role is designed for an attorney who thrives in the courtroom and can lead high-impact matters with support from the firm’s marketing, administrative, billing, paralegal, and other support teams. The attorney will not be responsible for lead generation, business development, or chasing invoices. The position requires representing clients across the firm’s locations and surrounding Texas courts, managing a diverse caseload, and supervising assigned paralegals and support staff. The firm describes its structure as “Big Law” with a boutique focus on people, and says it aims to provide elite legal representation without the burnout of business development.
Requirements
- Active membership in the Texas State Bar, with at least two years licensed.
- Five or more years of dedicated experience in estate planning, probate, and guardianship litigation.
- A proven record of courtroom success and a fearless approach to high-impact litigation.
- Exceptional interpersonal and negotiation skills, including the ability to remain empathetic in highly emotional situations.
- Proficiency with Clio, TxDoc, Google Suite, and modern e-filing systems.
- A valid driver’s license and ability to travel between firm office locations.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual English/Spanish skills are considered a strong plus.
Responsibilities
- Drive litigation matters from intake through final decree or judgment, including contested divorces, complex SAPCR cases, and protective orders.
- Lead probate litigation, including contested guardianships, will contests, trust disputes, and breaches of fiduciary duty, and draft comprehensive estate plans.
- Conduct first-chair trials, hearings, mediations, and depositions in Texas courts and surrounding counties.
- Develop and execute litigation tactics and negotiation strategies for fast-paced dockets.
- Provide results-driven, compassionate representation to clients.
- Handle a diverse caseload across firm office locations as needed.
- Supervise assigned paralegals and support staff to ensure accuracy in pleadings, discovery, and document drafting.
Benefits
- Base salary of $75,000–$130,000+, based on experience, with a bonus structure offering significant annual upside.
- Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans.
- Short- and long-term disability insurance.
- Voluntary term life insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan with up to a 5% company match.
- Generous paid time off.
- Paid company holidays.
- Earned hybrid work options designed to protect mental health.
- A dedicated paralegal and billing coordinator assigned specifically to the attorney’s cases.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
