Of Counsel Attorney - Civil Litigation & Probate | Flexible Part-Time

Job Description

Job Description

The Staff Pad is proud to partner with a leading law firm and we are looking to hire an experienced Of Counsel Attorney – Civil Litigation & Probate to support the firm's growing Texas practice in the Dallas–Fort Worth area.

This is a flexible, independent contractor opportunity ideal for a Texas-licensed attorney with an existing solo practice, small-firm affiliation, or other professional commitments who is interested in supplementing their caseload through the firm.

The role involves handling referred civil litigation and probate matters, with the flexibility to manage complete cases or support selected matters based on experience, availability, and firm needs.

A strong local presence in the Dallas–Fort Worth area is essential, as the position requires dependable in-person representation for court appearances and other legal proceedings when needed.

Schedule: Flexible | Part-Time | Practice Areas: Civil Litigation, Probate, Guardianship, Conservatorship & Estate-Related Disputes

What You’ll Do

Responsibilities may include:

• Handle Texas civil litigation and probate matters referred by the firm
  
• Evaluate new matters and recommend case strategy, scope, and resolution
  
• Manage assigned cases from intake through resolution while coordinating with the firm staff
  
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, correspondence, settlement documents, and court filings
  
• Conduct and defend depositions
  
• Represent clients at hearings, mediations, settlement conferences, and other court proceedings
  
• Appear in Dallas-area courts for routine and substantive matters
  
• Handle contested and uncontested probate proceedings
  
• Assist with estate administration, heirship proceedings, guardianships, and conservatorships
  
• Support estate, fiduciary, beneficiary, real property, and business disputes
  
• Advise clients on strategy, deadlines, costs, and next steps
  
• Maintain accurate and timely billing entries through the firm’s practice-management system
  
• Help monitor client retainers and account status
  
• Work collaboratively with the firm’s attorneys, paralegals, and administrative teams
  

Types of Matters

Experience in both civil litigation and probate is preferred; however, candidates with substantial experience in either area and a willingness to support related matters are encouraged to apply.

The attorney may assist with matters involving:

• Business, commercial, real estate and property disputes
  
• Contract litigation & construction related matters
  
• Partnership, ownership, fiduciary and beneficiary disputes
  
• Landlord-tenant litigation
  
• Pre-litigation demands and negotiations
  
• Probate administration, contested probate & will contests
  
• Heirship proceedings, guardianship and conservatorship
  
• Estate-related real estate or business issues
  

What We’re Looking For

Qualifications & Experience

• Active Texas Bar admission in good standing
  
• Civil litigation and/or probate experience
  
• Experience managing legal matters independently, with minimal supervision
  

Additional Skills & Attributes

• Knowledge of Texas court procedures and filing requirements
  
• Ability to attend in-person proceedings in the Dallas–Fort Worth area
  
• Strong legal drafting, analysis, negotiation, and advocacy skills
  
• Sound judgment, problem-solving, client communication and relationship management skills
  
• Ability to discuss legal strategy, fees, and case value
  
• Responsive, dependable, and deadline-driven
  
• Collaborative approach within an Of Counsel structure
  

Work and Compensation Structure

• Hourly compensation based on the final agreement
  
• Flexible Of Counsel independent contractor relationship
  
• No guaranteed hours; workload varies based on client demand, matter type, and availability
  
• Access to time entries, invoices, client payments, and account status through the firm's systems
  
• Firm provides marketing, administrative, billing, and operational support
  

The attorney will be expected to:

• Enter time promptly and communicate with clients regarding retainer replenishment
  
• Pause work when directed if client accounts are not current
  
• Manages legal services and assigned client relationships
  

Why partner with the Firm?

This opportunity offers:

• Access to referred matters without funding your own marketing
  
• Collaboration with experienced attorneys and legal support teams
  
• Flexibility to accept matters based on experience and availability
  
• Opportunity to build a long-term relationship with a growing multi-state firm
  
• Expand your practice without the commitment of a full-time role
  

If you're a Texas-licensed attorney seeking meaningful civil litigation and probate work with the support of an established firm, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to learn how your experience can contribute to the continued success of the firm's growing Texas practice.