Family Law Attorney
About The Position
The Family Law Attorney represents clients in contested and non-contested divorces, child custody matters, adoptions, SAPCRs, modifications, protective orders, and other family law cases, guiding matters from intake through final decree. The attorney represents clients in surrounding counties and courts, conducts depositions and mediations, and serves as first chair at trials. The role calls for a strong command of the Texas Family Code and compassionate, results-driven representation during difficult family circumstances. The attorney manages a high-impact docket and their own schedule, with performance measured against a 1,500-hour annual billable standard. Monetary rewards are available for work above that standard. Marketing, intake, billing, and operations teams support the attorney, along with a dedicated paralegal, account representative, client services team, and billing coordinator. The position is based in the Dallas/Fort Worth/Rockwall offices and includes an earned hybrid option.
Requirements
- Hold a valid Texas bar license for a minimum of 2 years.
- Have at least 2 years of dedicated Texas Family Law litigation experience.
- Demonstrate courtroom confidence and the ability to manage a high-impact docket under pressure.
- Be highly organized and experienced in family law hearings and estate or guardianship proceedings.
- Have experience with initial consultations and precise drafting of pleadings and discovery.
- Be proficient in Clio, TxDoc, Google Suite or similar software, and modern e-filing systems.
Responsibilities
- Lead contested and non-contested divorces, child custody matters, adoptions, SAPCRs, modifications, protective orders, and other family law matters.
- Represent clients in surrounding counties and courts.
- Take depositions, handle mediations, and serve as first chair at trials.
- Guide clients through family law matters with compassionate, results-driven representation.
- Manage a high-impact docket and own the work schedule while meeting the annual billable-hour standard.
- Prepare pleadings and discovery and handle family law hearings and estate or guardianship proceedings.
Benefits
- 401(k) with up to 5% company match.
- Medical, dental, and vision plans.
- Short- and long-term disability coverage.
- Voluntary term life insurance.
- Paid time off and company holidays.
- Earned hybrid work option.
- Dedicated paralegal and billing coordinator support.
- Paid continuing legal education courses when billable hours are maintained.
- Opportunity for monetary rewards for hours worked above the annual billable standard.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
