Adoption Attorney

Law Office of Bryan Fagan•Austin, TX

15h•$37,500 - $65,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Law Office of Bryan Fagan is a premier, trusted Texas law firm specializing in family law, estate planning, probate, and guardianship. With 14 offices across the state, we provide our attorneys with a supportive platform, collaborative team environment, and a true commitment to work-life balance. We are seeking an experienced, compassionate Adoption Attorney who is ready to thrive in a highly collaborative legal environment. This role offers the opportunity to lead impactful adoption and family law cases from initial intake to finalization with the full support of our marketing and administrative teams, allowing you to focus entirely on practicing law at the highest level without the administrative burdens of solo or small-firm practice.

Requirements

A valid Texas bar license for a minimum of 2 years.
At least 2 years of dedicated Texas Family Law litigation, with a strong focus on adoption procedures.
A strong presence in the courtroom and the ability to manage a busy docket with care and composure.
Highly organized advocate experienced in drafting adoption petitions, agreements, pleadings, and discovery with exceptional attention to detail.
Proficient in Clio, TxDoc, Google Suite, or similar drafting and client management software.

Nice To Haves

5+ years of dedicated Texas Family Law litigation, with a strong focus on adoption procedures.

Responsibilities

Lead private, agency, stepparent, foster care, and international adoption cases under the Texas Family Code.
Represent clients in Harris County and surrounding courts during termination of parental rights and finalization hearings.
Conduct hearings, mediations, and consults using deep knowledge of Texas adoption laws, regulations, and state agency compliance.
Help families navigate their most emotional and rewarding chapters with results-driven, empathetic representation.