Estate Planning & Probate Attorney

Estate Planning & Probate Attorney

Department: Legal

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Houston/Corporate

Reporting To: Kimberly Washington

Compensation: $70,000 - $130,000 / year

Description

What You'll Do

You won't be hunting for leads or chasing invoices. You will lead high-impact estate planning and probate matters from intake to final resolution with the full support of our marketing and administrative engine.

• 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

An experienced, compassionate advocate who is ready to thrive in a highly collaborative legal environment.

• 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

We value your expertise and compensate accordingly, offering the infrastructure of a large firm alongside a warm, people-first culture.

• 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.