Estate Planning, Probate Litigation & Guardianship Attorney
About The Position
The Law Office of Bryan Fagan is seeking a high-performing attorney with courtroom experience and expertise in probate, estate planning, and guardianship litigation. The attorney will handle significant matters with support from the firm’s marketing, administrative, and billing teams and will not be responsible for lead generation, business development, or chasing invoices. The role requires travel among firm locations and courts in surrounding Texas counties. The attorney will lead litigation, draft estate plans, represent clients in court and alternative proceedings, develop case strategies, counsel clients through difficult circumstances, and supervise assigned paralegals and support staff. The firm describes its structure as offering “Big Law” support with a boutique focus on people.
Requirements
- Active membership in the Texas State Bar and at least two years licensed.
- At least five years of dedicated experience in estate planning, probate, and guardianship litigation.
- A proven record of courtroom success and willingness to handle high-impact litigation.
- Exceptional interpersonal and negotiation skills, including empathy in highly emotional situations.
- Proficiency in Clio, TxDoc, Google Suite, and modern e-filing systems.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel between firm office locations.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual English/Spanish.
Responsibilities
- Drive high-stakes litigation from intake through final decree or judgment, including contested divorces, complex SAPCR cases, and protective orders.
- Lead probate litigation matters, 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 courts across surrounding Texas counties.
- Develop and execute litigation tactics and negotiation strategies for fast-paced dockets.
- Provide results-driven, compassionate client representation.
- Handle a diverse caseload and maintain a presence across firm office locations as needed.
- Supervise assigned paralegals and support staff to ensure accuracy in pleadings, discovery, and document drafting.
Benefits
- Base salary 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 5% company match.
- Generous paid time off.
- Paid company holidays.
- Earned hybrid work options.
- Dedicated paralegal and billing coordinator assigned 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
