Paralegal - Family Law

Law Office of Bryan Fagan • Dallas, TX

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Law Office of Bryan Fagan is hiring a paralegal to support its family law practice and related estate planning and guardianship matters. The paralegal manages matters from inception through resolution, prepares substantive legal documents, leads discovery and inventory work, supports trial preparation, and maintains accurate court filings, calendars, and billable-hour records. The role calls for professionalism and empathy when working with clients in emotionally charged litigation, sound ethical judgment about the distinction between legal information and legal advice, and a collaborative approach that may include mentoring teammates. The firm describes itself as a fast-growing Texas law firm with 14 offices and offers a team-based environment intended to support work-life balance. The position includes a base salary based on experience and the opportunity to earn additional compensation through a billable-hour bonus plan. The firm also offers benefits, training, support for CLEs as needed, and an earned hybrid option.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of dedicated Texas family law experience as a paralegal.
• Proficiency with e-filing across various state court portals and knowledge of current local rules.
• Fluency with Clio/MyCase, Google Suite, and modern document management systems.
• Understanding of the boundary between legal information and legal advice.
• Ability to remain calm under the pressure of emotionally charged litigation.
• Self-starter with the ability to contribute to a collaborative team culture.

Nice To Haves

• Mentorship experience or ability to provide mentorship.
• Interest in or experience supporting estate planning and guardianship matters.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of family law and EPG (Estate Planning/Guardianship) matters from inception through resolution.
• Draft substantive pleadings, motions, and complex discovery responses with technical accuracy.
• Lead discovery and inventory processes, including tracing separate property funds and identifying red flags in financial affidavits or business valuations.
• Work with attorneys to prepare trial exhibits, organize trial notebooks, and manage ongoing RFOs (Requests for Order).
• Oversee court filings and maintain calendars for hearings and deadlines.
• Ensure billable hours are captured accurately.
• Contribute to a collaborative team culture and provide mentorship.

Benefits

• Base salary commensurate with experience.
• Billable-hour bonus plan offering the opportunity to earn up to an additional $35,000, paid every paycheck.
• 401(k) with up to 5% company match.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Earned hybrid work option.
• One full week of training.
• Support for CLEs as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed