Estate Planning & Probate Attorney

About the role

Seeking an experienced Estate Planning, Probate, and Business Law Attorney for one of the fastest-growing small law firms in the country. We value team members whose opinions, goals, and contributions matter, and we focus on the value we provide more than billable hours. If you believe in accountability to your team, clients, goals, and yourself, and want to work in an environment where your work makes a positive impact, consider joining our dynamic and growing firm.

Must be located in the DFW Area.

Responsibilities

• Conducting initial consultations and devising strategies
• Delegating work to case managers and legal assistants and monitoring their work
• Assessing probate strategies and managing probate cases and hearings
• Advising on entity formation and business contracts
• Leading and participating in final meetings with clients
• Drafting legal documents
• Assisting with marketing by networking, writing articles, and conducting speaking engagements
• Using the Oxford Comma and paying great attention to detail in the spelling of names of team members and clients

Qualifications

• Active member of the State Bar of Texas
• 3+ years experience in estate planning, probate, and business law preferred
• Believes attitude reflects integrity and character
• Capacity to handle cases and clients independently (after orientation, training, and monitoring)
• Contributes solutions when faced with questions
• Shows compassion in client interactions and wins their confidence and respect
• Looking for a long-term opportunity to grow with a thriving practice
• Willing to work hard to ensure clients receive top-notch service and results
• Demonstrates character, intelligence, integrity, and contributes positively to the office atmosphere
• Believes in civil rights and equality for all

Benefits

• Performance-based bonuses and incentives throughout the year
• Generous PTO (paid time off)
• Occasional work-from-home options
• Health insurance
• Retirement plan with employer match

Pay

Compensation: $95,000 - $120,000 yearly (salary range includes potential performance bonuses; base salary will be lower, but total compensation will be at least in the range listed, if not higher, depending on candidate and team performance).