Senior Estate Planning Attorney

Senior Estate Planning Attorney (Boutique Growth Opportunity) The Opportunity: Build Your Legacy While Protecting Theirs Grace Estate Law, a boutique estate law practice in Frisco, Texas, is seeking a seasoned Estate Planning Attorney to join our thriving, woman-owned law firm. We are not your father's estate planning practice. We've built a reputation for providing legal services with "Grace", competence, integrity, and modern technology. Now, we are looking for a senior-level expert to play a pivotal role in our next chapter of growth. Why This is Different Modern Workspace: We've traded file rooms for efficient technology so you can focus on the law, not the clutter. True Work-Life Harmony: We don't just talk about balance; we structure for it. You'll have the administrative and marketing support needed to hit your goals without sacrificing your personal time. Clients know our hours are 8:30 am to 5 pm, and we work from home on Fridays. Business-minded Spirit: This isn't just a "job." You will manage and grow client relationships with the full backing of our established brand and resources. Sophisticated Practice: This role goes beyond basic wills. You will lead complex tax strategies, business succession planning, and asset protection for high-net-worth families. You will also have the backing and support of a team of attorneys with extensive probate and guardianship litigation experience. Responsibilities: What You'll Do • Lead Strategic Advising: Counsel HNW clients on sophisticated wealth transfer, charitable giving, and asset-protection strategies. • Architect Complex Plans: Draft and oversee the implementation of complex irrevocable trusts, gift planning, and tax-efficient structures. • Drive Firm Growth: Collaborate directly with the firm's partners on business development initiatives and operational strategy. • Mentor & Manage: Oversee trust and estate administration while fostering a supportive environment for our collaborative team. Qualifications: The Ideal Profile • Experience: 8+ years in estate planning, tax, or business planning, with a deep comfort in complex irrevocable trust work. You have board certification or meet the criteria for board certification in Estate Planning and Probate Law due to your extensive experience. • Credentials: J.D. and active Texas Law License (additional jurisdictions are a plus). • The "Book": You bring a partial book of business or an established referral network and are ready to scale it with better support. • Mindset: You are a self-starter who thrives in a small-firm setting and values transparent, empathetic communication. The Rewards • Competitive Base: $150,000 – $175,000+ (plus performance-based incentives for your book of business). • Comprehensive Benefits: Health + dental + vision insurance, short-term disability, 401(k) matching, paid holidays and PTO, and Work From Home Fridays. • Culture: A collegial, inclusive, and forward-thinking environment where your ideas count. Compensation: $150,000 - $175,000 • What You'll Do • Lead Strategic Advising: Counsel HNW clients on sophisticated wealth transfer, charitable giving, and asset-protection strategies. • Architect Complex Plans: Draft and oversee the implementation of complex irrevocable trusts, gift planning, and tax-efficient structures. • Drive Firm Growth: Collaborate directly with the firm's partners on business development initiatives and operational strategy. • Mentor & Manage: Oversee trust and estate administration while fostering a supportive environment for our collaborative team. Compensation: $150,000-$175,000 per year