Associate Attorney
- $130,000 - $175,000
- Houston, TX
Associate Attorney: Estate Planning, Probate, and Trust Administration
A bit about us:
A well-established Houston law firm is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its Estate Planning and Probate practice. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience preparing wills, trusts, and related estate planning documents, as well as managing estate and trust administration matters.
This is a great opportunity for an attorney who enjoys direct client interaction, wants mentorship from seasoned partners, and is ready to handle meaningful work that helps clients protect their families and assets.
This is a great opportunity for an attorney who enjoys direct client interaction, wants mentorship from seasoned partners, and is ready to handle meaningful work that helps clients protect their families and assets.
Why join us?
Compensation & Benefits:
$130K–$175K base salary, commensurate with experience.
Discretionary annual bonus.
Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), CLE, and bar dues.
Supportive environment focused on mentorship, growth, and professional development.
$130K–$175K base salary, commensurate with experience.
Discretionary annual bonus.
Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), CLE, and bar dues.
Supportive environment focused on mentorship, growth, and professional development.
Job Details
Key Responsibilities:
Draft and review wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and related estate planning instruments.
Advise clients on estate, gift, and generation-skipping transfer tax planning.
Represent executors, administrators, trustees, and beneficiaries throughout the probate process.
Handle probate court filings, hearings, and related litigation issues such as will contests and fiduciary disputes.
Collaborate with clients’ accountants and financial advisors to design comprehensive planning strategies.
Manage multiple matters simultaneously with strong communication and attention to detail.
Qualifications:
J.D. from an accredited law school and active Texas Bar license.
3+ years of experience in estate planning, probate, or trust administration.
Strong drafting and analytical skills.
Excellent communication and client-management abilities.
Experience with high-net-worth clients or complex estate structures a plus.
Draft and review wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and related estate planning instruments.
Advise clients on estate, gift, and generation-skipping transfer tax planning.
Represent executors, administrators, trustees, and beneficiaries throughout the probate process.
Handle probate court filings, hearings, and related litigation issues such as will contests and fiduciary disputes.
Collaborate with clients’ accountants and financial advisors to design comprehensive planning strategies.
Manage multiple matters simultaneously with strong communication and attention to detail.
Qualifications:
J.D. from an accredited law school and active Texas Bar license.
3+ years of experience in estate planning, probate, or trust administration.
Strong drafting and analytical skills.
Excellent communication and client-management abilities.
Experience with high-net-worth clients or complex estate structures a plus.
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