Associate Attorney – Family Law

Law Office of Bryan Fagan•Abilene, TX

7d•$70,000 - $130,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Associate Attorney will lead high-impact Texas family law cases from intake through final decree, with marketing and administrative support so the attorney can focus on practicing law. The role involves contested divorces, complex SAPCR cases, and protective orders, as well as client representation in Harris County and surrounding courts. The attorney conducts depositions, mediations, and first-chair trials, and provides compassionate, results-driven counsel to clients. The position also includes family law hearings and estate and guardianship proceedings, initial consultations, and drafting pleadings and discovery. A dedicated paralegal and billing coordinator are assigned to the attorney’s cases. The employer describes the position as full time, located in Abilene, and reporting to Kimberly Washington. The posting describes an earned hybrid option.

Requirements

Valid Texas bar license for at least 2 years.
At least 2 years of dedicated Texas family law litigation experience.
Courtroom advocacy skills and ability to manage a high-impact docket under pressure.
Strong organization and experience with family law hearings, estate proceedings, and guardianship proceedings.
Experience with initial consultations and drafting pleadings and discovery.
Proficiency in Clio, TxDoc, Google Suite, and modern e-filing systems.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual ability.

Responsibilities

Lead contested divorces, complex SAPCR cases, and protective orders.
Represent clients in Harris County and surrounding courts.
Conduct depositions, mediations, and first-chair trials.
Provide results-driven, compassionate counsel to clients.
Handle family law hearings and estate and guardianship proceedings.
Manage cases from initial consultations through drafting pleadings and discovery, and through final decree.