Senior Estate Planning Attorney

Codispoti Law is seeking an experienced Estate Planning Attorney who wants to do sophisticated, meaningful planning work in a collaborative and growth-oriented environment.

This role is ideal for an attorney with strong estate planning experience who enjoys guiding clients through important life and legacy decisions, values high-quality work product, and wants to be part of a modern, supportive firm culture.

We are not looking for a volume-based “document churn” attorney. We are building a long-term team focused on thoughtful counsel, strong client relationships, and excellent planning outcomes for families, professionals, and business owners.

• Key Responsibilities:*

You will lead clients through comprehensive estate planning matters from consultation through execution, with support from an experienced team and established systems.

Your work will include

• Advising clients on estate planning strategies tailored to their goals and family dynamics
• Drafting and reviewing sophisticated estate planning documents, including:
• Revocable trusts

• Irrevocable trusts

• Wills

• Powers of attorney

• Advance directives
• Assisting clients with trust funding and implementation
• Collaborating with financial advisors, CPAs, and other professionals when appropriate
• Supporting probate and trust administration matters as needed
• Mentoring junior team members, legal assistants, or paralegals
• Contributing to the continued development of firm systems and client experience

• The Type of Attorney Who Thrives Here*

This position is well-suited for someone who

• Has solid estate planning experience and enjoys the practice area deeply
• Takes pride in balancing technical accuracy with excellent client communication
• Wants to continue growing professionally and expanding their sophistication in planning strategies
• Enjoys mentoring and supporting younger professionals
• Appreciates structure, collaboration, and modern systems
• Is looking for a stable long-term opportunity rather than a high-pressure burnout environment

• Qualifications*
• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Active Texas Bar license
• 5+ years of estate planning experience
• Experience drafting revocable and irrevocable trusts
• Familiarity with high-net-worth or complex planning matters
• Working knowledge of estate, gift, and trust planning concepts
• Experience with uncontested probate matters preferred
• Strong interpersonal and client counseling skills
• Ability to manage matters with professionalism and attention to detail
• Comfort using legal technology and case management systems

• Preferred Experience*
• WealthCounsel experience
• Lawmatics experience
• Exposure to advanced planning or tax-oriented strategies
• Experience mentoring junior attorneys or support staff

• Compensation*
• Base salary: $130,000–$150,000 depending on experience
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Additional earning potential tied to production, leadership contribution, and firm growth

• Benefits*
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• CLE and professional development support
• Collaborative and supportive work environment
• Modern systems and technology designed to support attorney efficiency

• Why Attorneys Join Codispoti Law*

Experienced attorneys often leave firms because of burnout, lack of support, unclear expectations, or feeling like they are simply producing documents instead of practicing law meaningfully.

We have intentionally built a practice that values

• professionalism without unnecessary chaos
• collaboration over internal competition
• high-quality planning work
• personal and professional growth
• strong systems and client experience
• long-term team development

We believe excellent estate planning requires both technical skill and human connection, and we are building a team that values both.

• To Apply*

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter describing your estate planning experience and what you are looking for in your next professional opportunity.

Applications will be reviewed confidentially and on a rolling basis.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $130,000.00 - $150,000.