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Estate Planning, Probate Litigation & Guardianship Attorney
Law Office of Bryan Fagan. Drive high-stakes litigation from intake to final decree/judgment, including contested divorces, complex SAPCR cases, and protective orders .
Posted 11/6/2026full-timeRichmond • Texas • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $90,000 - $130,000 per yearWebsite
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in high-stakes litigation, including estate planning, probate, and guardianship matters, while providing compassionate client representation and effective negotiation strategies. Proficient in managing diverse caseloads and supervising support staff across multiple office locations.
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Active Membership In The Texas State Bar5+ Years Of Experience In Estate Planning, Probate, And Guardianship LitigationProven Record Of Success In The CourtroomExceptional Interpersonal And Negotiation SkillsProficient In Clio And Modern E-Filing Systems
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Hard Skills
LitigationEstate PlanningProbate LawGuardianship LawTrial ConductDocument DraftingNegotiation StrategiesPleadings PrecisionDiscovery ManagementClient Representation
Soft Skills
EmpathyInterpersonal SkillsCompassionate Client Representation
Tools & Technologies
ClioTxDocGoogle SuiteModern E-Filing Systems
Certifications & Qualifications
Active Membership In The Texas State BarValid Driver’s License
Industry Keywords
High-Stakes LitigationContested DivorcesComplex SAPCR CasesProtective OrdersProbate LitigationContested GuardianshipsWill ContestsTrust DisputesFiduciary Duty BreachesFirst-Chair Trials
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Drive high-stakes litigation from intake to final decree/judgment, including contested divorces, complex SAPCR cases, and protective orders
- Lead probate litigation matters involving contested guardianships, will contests, trust disputes, and breaches of fiduciary duty
- Draft comprehensive estate plans
- Conduct First-Chair trials, hearings, mediations, and depositions in Texas surrounding counties
- Develop litigation tactics and negotiation strategies for fast-paced dockets
- Provide results-driven, compassionate client representation
- Handle a diverse caseload across all firm office locations as needed
- Supervise assigned paralegals and support staff
- Ensure precision in pleadings, discovery, and document drafting
- Represent clients across Law Office of Bryan Fagan locations and surrounding Texas courts
- Report to Kimberly Washington
Requirements
What you’ll need- Active membership in the Texas State Bar
- Minimum 2 years licensed
- 5+ years of dedicated experience in Estate Planning, Probate, and Guardianship litigation
- Proven record of success in the courtroom
- Exceptional interpersonal and negotiation skills
- Ability to remain empathetic in highly emotional situations
- Proficient in Clio, TxDoc, Google Suite, and modern e-filing systems
- Valid driver’s license
- Ability to travel between firm office locations
- Bilingual English/Spanish considered a strong plus
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
- Dedicated paralegal and billing coordinator assigned specifically to cases
- Marketing, administrative, and billing support
- Equal opportunity workplace with diverse perspectives encouraged and valued