Attorney - Trust and Estate - Dallas - 100K+

A confidential Texas law firm is seeking an Associate Attorney (2 to 5 years) to support a transactional trusts and estates practice with a blend of sophisticated estate planning and probate matters. This is a client-facing role offering meaningful responsibility, strong autonomy, and the opportunity to contribute to business development over time.

WHY THIS OPPORTUNITY STANDS OUT

• Opportunity to build a book of business, with a performance-based bonus tied to business development.
• High-net-worth planning exposure, including gift and estate tax considerations, trust structuring, and asset protection planning.
• Varied practice that combines forward-looking planning with probate and estate administration work.
• On-site collaboration with hands-on mentorship and in-person client meetings.
• Partner track potential for the right long-term fit.

THE ROLE

• Draft core estate planning documents, including wills, revocable and irrevocable trusts, and powers of attorney.
• Advise clients on gift and estate tax planning strategies and related wealth transfer considerations.
• Support probate and estate administration matters from intake through resolution, including client communications and document preparation.
• Collaborate with firm leadership on plan design, issue spotting, and execution of planning strategies.
• Contribute to business development efforts consistent with the firm’s bonus structure.

LOCATION, SCHEDULE AND COMPENSATION

Location

Dallas area, Texas.

Schedule

In office 4 days per week.

Compensation

Base salary starting at $95,000, with flexibility depending on experience and skill set.

REQUIREMENTS

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Active Texas Bar license in good standing.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in estate planning and/or probate.
• Strong knowledge of gift and estate tax law.
• Excellent drafting skills, including wills, trusts, and powers of attorney.
• Ability to work independently with minimal oversight and deliver high-quality work product.
• Strong interpersonal skills and polished client-facing communication.

PREFERRED BACKGROUND

• Florida Bar license (dual-state practice is a plus).
• Experience with high-net-worth clients and complex tax planning.
• Exposure to probate litigation or trust and estate administration.
• Prior large-firm training with interest in a more balanced platform.
• Entrepreneurial mindset and interest in building a book of business.

COMPENSATION

AND BENEFITS

• Performance-based bonus tied to business development.
• Full benefits package including 401(k), health, dental, and vision insurance.
• CLE support and professional development.
• Billables are not rigidly enforced; the focus is on quality and autonomy while balancing estate planning and probate matters.

For a confidential and non-obligation call to learn more about this opportunity, please apply below or forward your resume to [email protected] and we’ll be happy to discuss this position in more detail.

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