Resident/Associate Attorney

Modern Family Law•Dallas, TX

32d•$72,800 - $117,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Modern Family Law (MFL) is seeking 3Ls and recent graduates to participate in MFL Academy’s Residency Program in one of their Texas offices (Austin, Dallas, or San Antonio). This role is hybrid, requiring the candidate to sit for the Bar and plan to reside in the state where they are applying. After the Bar exam, residents will receive training in substantive family law and courtroom advocacy, with mentorship from the MFL Learning & Development department and legal teams. This program aims to help residents successfully transition to an MFL Associate Attorney position upon passing the Bar. The program offers a remote-first setting with brick and mortar space available, a low billable hours requirement (100 per month) as an Associate Attorney, direct client contact and case management, the ability to practice litigation skills as first chair early in their career, access to cutting-edge technology, ongoing learning and development support, and transparent advancement tracks and leadership opportunities. Competitive salaries are offered, starting at $72,800 for Residents and $117,000 for Associate Attorneys.

Requirements

Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school.
Register for the upcoming February or July Bar exam.
Attain a passing score on the MPRE before sitting for the Bar exam.
Timely submission and approval of Character & Fitness application by the State Bar.
Must plan to reside in the state where applying.
Must sit for the Bar exam.

Nice To Haves

Experience in Family Law Clinics is a plus.
Mock Trial experience is a plus.
Submission of cover letter, law school transcript, and responses to candidate questionnaire.

Responsibilities

Receive training in substantive family law and courtroom advocacy.
Receive mentorship from the MFL Learning & Development department and legal teams.
Successfully transition to an MFL Associate Attorney position upon passing the Bar.
Manage multiple responsibilities with attention to detail in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Work as part of a team in a respectful and growth-oriented environment.
Complete training and develop skills in client conversion.
Proactively study, build confidence, ask questions, complete assignments, and prepare to handle client matters from start to finish upon completion of Residency.
Perform duties as assigned with or without reasonable accommodations.