Texas Probate Litigation Attorney — Courtroom Leader

Law Office of Bryan Fagan; Bryan (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary with bonus

Health & Vision

Disability insurance

401(k) match

PTO & holidays

Hybrid work options

Paralegal support

Job summary

The Law Office of Bryan Fagan in Houston seeks a battle-tested Probate Litigation Attorney to lead high-stakes cases across Texas courts. This role focuses on Probate, Estate Planning, and Guardianship matters with a strong emphasis on courtroom advocacy.

You will work with dedicated marketing, administrative, and billing teams; travel between firm locations; and enjoy a competitive salary with a robust bonus potential, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work culture.

Qualifications

• Active membership in the Texas State Bar (minimum 2 years licensed).
• 5+ years of dedicated experience in both Estate Planning, Probate, and Guardianship litigation.
• Courtroom Presence: A proven record of success in the courtroom and a fearless approach to high-impact litigation.
• Communication: Exceptional interpersonal and negotiation skills, with the ability to remain empathetic in highly emotional situations.
• Technology: Proficient in Clio, TxDoc, Google Suite, and modern e-filing systems.
• Mobility: Valid driver’s license and the ability to travel between firm office locations.
• Language: Bilingual (English/Spanish) is considered a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Case Leadership: Drive high-stakes litigation from intake to final decree/judgment, including contested divorces, complex SAPCR cases, and protective orders.
• EPG Litigation & Drafting: Lead probate litigation matters such as contested guardianships, will contests, trust disputes, and breaches of fiduciary duty while also drafting comprehensive estate plans.
• Courtroom Advocacy: Command the courtroom in the Texas surrounding counties, conducting First-Chair trials, hearings, mediations, and depositions with confidence.
• Strategic Planning: Develop and execute sophisticated litigation tactics and negotiation strategies for dynamic, fast-paced dockets.
• Client Counsel: Provide results-driven, compassionate representation to help clients navigate their toughest life chapters.
• Regional Flexibility: Maintain a presence and handle a diverse caseload across all firm office locations as needed.
• Administrative Excellence: Supervise the work of assigned paralegals and support staff to ensure precision in pleadings, discovery, and document drafting.

Skills

Courtroom presence

Communication

Mobility

Bilingual English/Spanish

Tools

Clio

TxDoc

Google Suite

e-filing systems

Job description

The Law Office of Bryan Fagan in Houston seeks a battle-tested Probate Litigation Attorney to lead high-stakes cases across Texas courts. This role focuses on Probate, Estate Planning, and Guardianship matters with a strong emphasis on courtroom advocacy.

You will work with dedicated marketing, administrative, and billing teams; travel between firm locations; and enjoy a competitive salary with a robust bonus potential, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work culture.