Family Law Attorney - Houston, TX

Martine Law • Houston, TX

5h • Remote

About The Position

At Martine Law, we are intentionally building a team of high-performing attorneys who thrive in a fast-moving, results-driven environment. This is not a traditional law firm role built around bureaucracy, micromanagement, or endless internal meetings. It is designed for attorneys who want ownership, autonomy, and the opportunity to operate at a high level. As a Family Law Attorney, you will lead your cases from strategy through resolution. You will manage complex, high-stakes matters involving divorce, custody, parenting time, support, and contested litigation while working alongside a team that values accountability, urgency, preparation, and execution. We are looking for attorneys who think strategically, communicate confidently, and perform well under pressure — professionals who take initiative, anticipate challenges before they happen, and know how to move cases forward decisively. This is an environment where strong performers are trusted to operate independently and are supported by streamlined systems, modern legal technology, and a highly efficient remote infrastructure designed to help you focus on practicing law at a high level.

Requirements

• Proven success handling complex family law matters — including divorce, custody, parenting time, support, and post-decree disputes — with the ability to independently manage cases from intake through final resolution
• Ability to take ownership of case strategy by developing aggressive, tailored legal approaches designed to achieve strong, results-driven outcomes for clients
• Demonstrated courtroom and negotiation strength, with the ability to advocate confidently in hearings, mediations, settlement conferences, and contested proceedings through preparation, strategy, and persuasive advocacy
• Strong legal research, analytical, and issue-spotting abilities with a proven ability to build organized, evidence-driven cases and anticipate litigation challenges proactively
• Excellent client communication and relationship management skills, including the ability to set realistic expectations, guide clients through high-stress situations, and maintain trust throughout the legal process
• Experience mentoring junior attorneys, paralegals, and legal support staff while contributing to a collaborative, high-performance team environment focused on accountability and growth
• Highly proficient with legal technology, case management systems, e-filing platforms, and operational workflows that improve efficiency, organization, and overall client experience in a fast-paced law firm environment
• Licensed in TX

Responsibilities

• Own high-stakes family law matters end-to-end, delivering sharp legal counsel and commanding representation while keeping clients informed, aligned, and confident at every stage
• Produce flawless work product — draft, review, and file pleadings, motions, and agreements with precision, speed, and zero-compromise accuracy
• Architect winning case strategies by translating complex facts into clear, executable legal plans tailored to each client’s objectives
• Negotiate from strength, leveraging preparation and insight to secure favorable settlements and outcomes — not just acceptable ones
• Operate ahead of the curve, using deep legal research and evolving case law to outthink opposing counsel and strengthen every position
• Perform in court with authority, delivering focused arguments, strategic cross-examinations, and decisive advocacy under pressure
• Build trust that wins cases, driving proactive communication, strong client alignment, and an unwavering commitment to client outcomes

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior