Estate Planning Attorney

Coker, Robb & Cannon

$80K — $120K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of experience in probate, guardianship, and/or estate planning.
  • Experience with contested probate or guardianship litigation is desirable.
  • Working knowledge of estate planning required, with interest to learn complex strategies.
  • Strong organizational and case management skills needed.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities essential.
  • Proactive attitude and motivation for practice growth expected.
  • Professionalism to instill client trust in sensitive matters is a must.

Responsibilities

  • Handle probate and guardianship matters from start to finish.
  • Represent clients in contested probate and guardianship litigation.
  • Draft estate planning documents like wills and trusts.
  • Prepare and file legal pleadings, motions, applications, and orders.
  • Advise clients on estate administration and planning strategies.
  • Build and maintain relationships with clients, courts, and referral sources.
  • Actively participate in networking and business development efforts.

Benefits

  • Dynamic and supportive team environment.
  • Opportunity to develop a thriving practice in an established firm.
  • Access to firm support and resources for litigation.
  • Network growth through active business development efforts.
Full Job Description
Coker, Robb & Cannon, Family Lawyers, is seeking a motivated and forward-thinking Estate Planning & Probate Attorney to join our dynamic and supportive team in Collin, Denton, and Tarrant Counties. If you're interested in developing a thriving probate, guardianship, and estate planning practice within an established and respected family law firm, we want to hear from you!

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


What You Bring to the Table:
  • 2+ years of experience in probate, guardianship, and/or estate planning.
  • Some experience with contested probate or guardianship litigation (or willingness to develop those skills).
  • Working knowledge of estate planning, with interest in expanding into more complex planning strategies.
  • 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 matters.


Required Education & Qualifications:
  • 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 probate, guardianship, and estate planning law.


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