Estate Planning & Probate Attorney

Law Office of Bryan Fagan

$70K — $130K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Valid Texas bar license with at least 2 years in good standing.
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in estate planning, probate, and guardianship matters (5+ years preferred).
  • Significant courtroom presence in contested matters.
  • Highly organized with experience in drafting trusts, wills, and legal documents.
  • Proficient in Clio, TxDoc, Google Suite, or similar software.

Responsibilities

  • Lead complex probate litigation, including guardianships and trust disputes.
  • Represent clients in Texas probate courts during will contests and fiduciary challenges.
  • Conduct thorough legal research and manage depositions and mediations.
  • Draft and approve comprehensive estate plans with exceptional detail.
  • Provide empathetic, results-driven counsel to families navigating transitions.

Benefits

  • 401(k) with up to 5% company match.
  • Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans including short/long-term disability.
  • Generous paid time off (PTO) and company holidays.
  • Hybrid work option (1-2 days remote).
  • Dedicated administrative and billing support for focused client management.
Full Job Description
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

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.


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