Guardianship and Probate Attorney

Coker, Robb & Cannon, PC•Frisco, TX

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Coker, Robb & Cannon, Family Lawyers, is seeking a motivated and forward-thinking Guardianship & Probate Attorney to join their dynamic and supportive team in Collin, Denton, and Tarrant Counties. This role offers the opportunity to help grow and shape a Guardianship, Probate, and Estate Planning practice within an established and respected family law firm. The firm values professionalism, responsiveness, and results, and provides mentorship, support, and resources for litigation, complex cases, and practice development. They offer continuing legal education (CLE) and professional development resources, a supportive team-oriented culture with meaningful responsibility early on, a 35-hour work week with most Friday afternoons off, and benefits including health, dental, and vision coverage, employer-matched 401(k), and employer-paid short- and long-term disability and life insurance.

Requirements

2+ years of experience in guardianship, probate, and/or estate planning.
Meaningful experience with contested guardianship or probate litigation (or strong motivation to develop those skills).
Working knowledge of estate planning, with interest in incorporating it as part of a broader practice.
Strong organizational and case management skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
Initiative and motivation to contribute to practice growth and develop referral networks.
Professionalism and the ability to build trust with clients during sensitive and often emotionally complex matters.
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
Licensed to practice law in Texas and in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.
At least 2 years' experience in guardianship, probate, and/or estate planning law.

Responsibilities

Handle guardianship and probate matters from start to finish, including both uncontested and contested cases.
Represent clients in contested guardianship and probate litigation with firm support and resources.
Advise clients on estate administration, guardianship proceedings, and planning strategies.
Draft estate planning documents, including wills, trusts, and related instruments, as a complement to your primary practice.
Prepare and file pleadings, motions, applications, and orders.
Build and maintain relationships with clients, courts, and referral sources.
Actively participate in networking and business development efforts to grow the practice.