Estate Planning and Probate Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Galveston (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, Dental, and Vision plans

Short/Long Term Disability and Vol. 1?

Voluntary Term Life Insurance

Generous PTO and company holidays

Hybrid work option

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Galveston, TX seeks an Estate Planning and Probate Attorney to lead high-impact matters and advise clients on wealth preservation.

The role emphasizes courtroom advocacy with limited administrative burden, includes hybrid work, and requires strong drafting and research skills, plus experience with trusts, wills, and guardianship. A Texas bar license and JD from an accredited school are required with 2+ years in estate planning/probate (5+ years preferred).

Qualifications

• Active Texas bar license in good standing.
• Minimum 2 years in estate planning, probate, and guardianship (5+ years preferred).
• Strong courtroom presence and docket management.
• Experience drafting trusts, wills, and pleadings.
• Proficiency 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 breaches.
• Conduct legal research, handle depositions, and draft comprehensive estate plans.
• Provide expert counsel on wealth preservation and family transitions.

Skills

Advocacy

Litigation

Communication

Organizational skills

Legal Research

Drafting

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Clio

TxDoc

Google Suite

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Estate Planning and Probate Attorney in Galveston, TX. This role focuses on leading high-impact estate planning and probate matters, allowing attorneys to concentrate on courtroom advocacy and client counsel without administrative burdens.

Duties

• Lead complex probate litigation, including guardianships and trust disputes.
• Represent clients in Texas probate courts during will contests and fiduciary breaches.
• Conduct legal research, handle depositions, and draft comprehensive estate plans.
• Provide expert counsel on wealth preservation and family transitions.

Requirements

• Valid Texas bar license for a minimum of 2 years in good standing.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in estate planning, probate, and guardianship (5+ years preferred).
• Strong courtroom presence and ability to manage a busy docket.
• Experience in drafting trusts, wills, and legal pleadings with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Clio, TxDoc, Google Suite, or similar software.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

Licensed to practice law in Texas.

Skills

• Strong advocacy and litigation skills.
• Excellent organizational and communication abilities.
• Proficient in legal research and drafting.

Benefits

• 401(k) with up to 5% company match.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans.
• Short/Long Term Disability and Voluntary Term Life Insurance.
• Generous PTO and company holidays.

Hybrid work option (1-2 days remote).

Dedicated administrative support and billing teams.