Estate Planning & Probate Attorney

Focus on the Courtroom and Counsel, Not the Administrative Grind.

If you are an advocate who thrives on protecting families and securing legacies, but you are tired of the administrative burdens of solo or small-firm practice, we would love to connect.

At the Law Office of Bryan Fagan, we have built a streamlined system so you can focus entirely on your passion: practicing law at the highest level. We are a premier, trusted Texas law firm specializing in family law, estate planning, probate, and guardianship. With 14 offices across the state—including Houston, Kingwood, Humble, The Woodlands, Richmond, Galveston, Austin, San Antonio, Dallas, Fort Worth, Rockwall, and El Paso—we provide our attorneys with a supportive platform, collaborative team environment, and a true commitment to work-life balance.

What You’ll Do

You won’t be hunting for leads or chasing invoices. You will lead high-impact estate planning and probate matters from intake to final resolution with the full support of our marketing and administrative engine.

• Lead the Strategy: Drive complex probate litigation, including non-contested and contested guardianships, conservatorships, and trust disputes.
• Command the Courtroom: Represent clients in Texas probate courts with confidence and clarity during will contests and breaches of fiduciary duty.
• Litigate & Draft with Excellence: Conduct thorough legal research, handle depositions and mediations, and approve or draft elite, comprehensive estate plans.
• Provide Expert Counsel: Help families navigate wealth preservation and their toughest transitions with results-driven, empathetic representation.

What We’re Looking For

An experienced, compassionate advocate who is ready to thrive in a highly collaborative legal environment.

• The Credentials: A valid Texas bar license for a minimum of 2 years in good standing.
• The Experience: Minimum of 2 years of dedicated experience in Texas estate planning, probate, and guardianship matters (5+ years preferred). Experience handling contested cases is highly preferred.
• The Skillset: A strong presence in the courtroom for contested matters and the ability to manage a busy docket with care and composure. You are a highly organized advocate experienced in drafting comprehensive trusts, wills, pleadings, and structures with exceptional attention to detail.
• The Tech: Proficient in Clio, TxDoc, Google Suite, or similar drafting and client management software.

What You’ll Get

We value your expertise and compensate accordingly, offering the infrastructure of a large firm alongside a warm, people-first culture.

• Competitive Earnings: Attractive Base Salary (commensurate with experience) + a lucrative bi-weekly billable hour bonus structure with $70k+ annual upside.
• The Essentials: 401(k) with up to 5% company match. Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision plans with Short/Long Term Disability and Voluntary Term Life Insurance.
• Real Balance: Generous PTO, company holidays, and an earned hybrid option (1–2 days remote) designed to protect your work-life balance and mental health.
• Real Support: Dedicated administrative support and billing teams assigned to your cases so you can focus entirely on managing your clients' journeys.

Why the Law Office of Bryan Fagan?

We’ve spent over a decade building a reputation for excellence across our 11 Texas offices. Here, your skills are respected, your support is guaranteed, and your mission is clear: providing elite legal representation without the burnout of business development.

Equal Opportunity Statement: The Law Office of Bryan Fagan is an equal opportunity employer. We recognize that diverse experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds enable us to be a stronger firm and a better workplace. Not only will you be welcome here, but your unique insights and opinions will be encouraged, celebrated, and deeply valued.

At the Law Office of Bryan Fagan, we help families navigate life's most challenging transitions with compassionate guidance and exceptional legal representation. Since 2012, we've grown into one of the largest family law firms in Texas by investing in our people, embracing innovation, and maintaining an unwavering commitment to client service. Our attorneys benefit from experienced support staff, established marketing and intake systems, professional development opportunities, and a collaborative culture that encourages long-term career growth.