Estate Planning & Probate Attorney

Department: Legal Employment Type: Full Time Location: El Paso Reporting To: Kimberly Washington Compensation: $70,000 - $130,000 / year Description What You’ll Do Lead the Strategy: Drive complex probate litigation, including non-contested and contested guardianships, conservatorships, and trust disputes. Command the Courtroom: Represent clients in Texas probate courts with confidence and clarity during will contests and breaches of fiduciary duty. Litigate & Draft with Excellence: Conduct thorough legal research, handle depositions and mediations, and approve or draft elite, comprehensive estate plans. Provide Expert Counsel: Help families navigate wealth preservation and their toughest transitions with results-driven, empathetic representation. What We’re Looking For The Credentials: A valid Texas bar license for a minimum of 2 years in good standing. The Experience: Minimum of 2 years of dedicated experience in Texas estate planning, probate, and guardianship matters (5+ years preferred). The Skillset: A strong presence in the courtroom for contested matters and the ability to manage a busy docket with care and composure. You are a highly organized advocate experienced in drafting comprehensive trusts, wills, pleadings, and structures with exceptional attention to detail. The Tech: Proficient in Clio, TxDoc, Google Suite, or similar drafting and client management software. What You’ll Get Competitive Earnings: Attractive Base Salary (commensurate with experience) + a lucrative bi-weekly billable hour bonus structure with $70k+ annual upside. The Essentials: 401(k) with up to 5% company match. Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision plans with Short/Long Term Disability and Voluntary Term Life Insurance. Real Balance: Generous PTO, company holidays, and an earned hybrid option (1–2 days remote) designed to protect your work-life balance and mental health. Real Support: Dedicated administrative support and billing teams assigned to your cases so you can focus entirely on managing your clients' journeys. Why the Law Office of Bryan Fagan? We’ve spent over a decade building a reputation for excellence across our 11 Texas offices. Here, your skills are respected, your support is guaranteed, and your mission is clear: providing elite legal representation without the burnout of business development. Equal Opportunity Statement: The Law Office of Bryan Fagan is an equal opportunity employer. We recognize that diverse experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds enable us to be a stronger firm and a better workplace. Not only will you be welcome here, but your unique insights and opinions will be encouraged, celebrated, and deeply valued. #J-18808-Ljbffr