Estate Planning, Probate & Guardianship Attorney

Law Office of Bryan Fagan

. Handle estate planning, contested and non-contested probate, and guardianship matters .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeAustin • Texas • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $75,000 - $130,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Estate Planning, Probate, and Guardianship matters with a strong focus on First-Chair advocacy in Texas courts. Proven ability to develop sophisticated case strategies while providing compassionate client representation and supervising support staff.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Active Texas State Bar MembershipEstate Planning ExperienceProbate ExperienceFirst-Chair AdvocacySupervision of Paralegals

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Hard Skills

Estate PlanningProbate LawGuardianship LawFirst-Chair TrialsMediationsDepositionsCase Strategy DevelopmentNegotiation SkillsDocument DraftingAttention to Detail

Soft Skills

Compassionate Client RepresentationClear CommunicationAnalytical Skills

Tools & Technologies

ClioTxDocWealth CounselGoogle WorkspaceTexas E-Filing Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Texas State Bar Membership

Industry Keywords

Contested ProbateNon-Contested ProbateLegal RepresentationMulti-County DocketPleadingsDiscovery

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Handle estate planning, contested and non-contested probate, and guardianship matters
Conduct First-Chair trials, hearings, mediations, and depositions in Texas surrounding counties
Develop and execute sophisticated case tactics and negotiation strategies
Provide results-driven, compassionate representation to clients
Maintain a presence and handle a diverse caseload across office regions and counties
Supervise assigned paralegals and support staff
Ensure precision in pleadings, discovery, and document drafting
Focus on legal practice without responsibility for lead generation, business development, or chasing invoices
Report to Kimberly Washington

Requirements

What you’ll need

Active member of the Texas State Bar with a minimum of 2 years in good standing
2+ years of recent, hands-on experience in Estate Planning, Probate (contested and uncontested), and Guardianship matters
Proven track record handling hearings, mediations, depositions, and First-Chair or lead advocacy in Texas courts
Demonstrated ability to provide clear, compassionate counsel to clients navigating complex and emotionally charged life events
Strong analytical skills with the ability to develop and execute sophisticated case strategies and negotiate effectively
Experience supervising or closely partnering with paralegals and support staff
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex legal concepts in plain language
Proficiency with Clio, TxDoc, Wealth Counsel or similar drafting platforms, Google Workspace, and Texas e-filing systems
Ability to manage a fast-paced, multi-county docket while maintaining meticulous attention to detail

Benefits

Comp & perks

Base salary ranging from $75,000 – $130,000+ (based on experience)
Bonus structure offering significant annual upside
Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
Short/Long Term Disability
Voluntary Term Life Insurance
401(k) retirement plan with up to 5% company match
Generous PTO
Paid company holidays
Earned hybrid work options designed to protect mental health
Dedicated paralegal and billing coordinator assigned specifically to your cases
Financial support for CLEs with maintained billable hour requirements