Estate Planning Attorney

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An Estates and Probate Attorney II is mid-level attorney with 5+ years’ experience practicing law. The successful Attorney II is self-directed and thrives with lots of support and autonomy. The Attorney II generally receive a substantial portion (approximately 75%) of their work through Gravis Law’s lead generation and marketing and/or other attorneys in the office. An Attorney II is expected to generate a portion (25%) of their own billable work and attend four events per quarter.

Attorneys have access to coaching and support services for business development and networking. The Firm prioritizes a work-life integration, a collaborative culture, and a competitive compensation & incentive structure unique to the industry.

• Advise clients on comprehensive estate planning, including drafting wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and related instruments tailored to each family’s needs.
• Manage all aspects of probate administration: file petitions, gather and value assets, address debts/creditors, and coordinate distributions.
• Work closely and directly with clients and their families, providing guidance with compassion and discretion throughout the probate or trust administration process.
• Address contested estate matters, provide courtroom representation in conflicts, and mediate sensitive disputes as needed.
• Prepare detailed legal instruments, client correspondence, and court submissions, maintaining accuracy and ethical standards.
• Guide fiduciaries (executors, personal representatives, trustees) on their legal duties and support them through regular communication and reporting.
• Stay current on Colorado probate statutes, tax implications, and changes in estate law impacting private clients.

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school and active Texas bar admission.
• At least 3 years of experience in estate planning, probate, or trust administration, ideally in a boutique or client-focused setting.
• Strong knowledge of Texas probate, trust, and estate law; familiarity with fiduciary tax matters is highly valued.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, client empathy, and a commitment to high-quality service.
• Ability to build and maintain long-term client relationships built on trust and responsive service.

• Experience with high-net-worth or multi-generational estate plans.
• A collaborative, team-oriented mindset with comfort working in a small or close-knit law firm.
• Interest in community outreach, education, or client workshops is a plus.
• Personalized work environment with opportunities for ownership of client matters and professional growth.
• Competitive compensation, health insurance, and generous time-off, tailored to promote wellbeing and work–life balance.
• High autonomy and meaningful engagement with clients and community.

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Research and Writing/Editing

Trusts and Estates and Legal Services

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)