Associate Attorney

Our client is a boutique law firm with 3 locations in Texas including San Antonio, Houston and Austin. For over 20 years now, they have been providing a variety of expertise to a very diversified roster of clients, and their areas of practice include business law, construction, appellate, employment, government, M&A, oil & gas, real estate, trademark & copyright, technology, privacy & security as well as probate and estate planning.

• Draft estate planning documents, including wills, revocable and irrevocable trusts, powers of attorney, and advance directives
• Manage probate matters from initiation through closing, including court filings and client communication
• Handle guardianship cases, including applications, hearings, and ongoing compliance
• Meet with clients to gather information, explain legal options, and provide guidance in sensitive matters
• Appear in court as needed for probate and guardianship proceedings
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to ensure timely and accurate case management
• Maintain organized and complete client files and meet all deadlines
• Stay current on applicable laws and procedural changes

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school
• Licensed and in good standing with the Texas State Bar
• 2–5 years of experience in estate planning, probate, and/or guardianship
• Strong drafting, analytical, and organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously and prioritize effectively
• Professional demeanor and strong client-service orientation

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting.

The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer:
Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied.

Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products.