Probate & Guardianship Attorney - Boutique Texas Firm

Orion Placement; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Confidential Employer in Houston, TX is seeking a newly licensed attorney to assist with probate, estate administration, and guardianship matters, gaining hands-on experience in a boutique practice. You will work closely with experienced attorneys to develop courtroom skills and client relationships in a supportive learning environment.

You will draft petitions, guardianship applications, and court filings, guide clients through probate processes, and coordinate with courts and staff to move

Qualifications

• Active Texas Bar license in good standing.
• Newly licensed attorneys and candidates with up to 3 years of experience are encouraged to apply.
• Interest in probate administration, estate administration, or guardianship law.
• Strong legal writing, research, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and maintain attention to detail.
• Prior law firm, probate, guardianship, or estate administration experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with and manage routine probate, estate administration, and guardianship matters.
• Draft probate petitions, guardianship applications, court filings, and related legal documents.
• Guide clients through the probate and guardianship process with professionalism and care.
• Prepare for and participate in routine probate and guardianship hearings.
• Coordinate with courts, clients, and legal staff to keep cases moving efficiently.
• Track important deadlines, organize case files, and support a high-volume administration practice.
• Collaborate with experienced attorneys while developing your knowledge of Texas probate procedures.

Skills

Legal writing

Legal research

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Job description

Confidential Employer in Houston, TX is seeking a newly licensed attorney to assist with probate, estate administration, and guardianship matters, gaining hands-on experience in a boutique practice. You will work closely with experienced attorneys to develop courtroom skills and client relationships in a supportive learning environment.

You will draft petitions, guardianship applications, and court filings, guide clients through probate processes, and coordinate with courts and staff to move