Description:

Slate & Associates is a family law firm representing clients in all areas of family law, with offices in Houston & Deer Park. We are seeking an experienced, assertive attorney who is eager to handle the multi-faceted areas of complex divorce and child custody cases within the firm.

For over two decades, Slate & Associates has been driven to create a thriving environment for family law attorneys. While we are fast-paced, our attorneys can focus on delivering legal expertise while working in an environment with a culture that fosters genuine collegiality and close collaboration between attorneys and staff.

The ideal candidate:

Thrives in an in-office team environment
Passionate about advocacy
Enjoys trial work
Time management skills
Does well with client interaction

Responsibilities:

Litigate or assist with litigating a family law matter from start to finish. The firm currently handles: divorce, custody, asset division, visitation, protective orders, and all other aspects of family law cases
Develop family law cases by conducting research on various issues
Have strong research, writing, and analytical skills
Attend depositions, mediation, and hearings
Review, analyze, and draft legal documents with strong organization, planning, prioritization, and time management skills
Communicate with knowledge and compassion with clients of various levels of sophistication regarding technical matters
Communicate effectively with a variety of contacts, including outside attorneys, clients, and support staff with a high level of personal integrity and professional ethics
Track and manage billable hours and ensure all aspects of client and case management are properly met

Requirements: