Description:
Salary Range: $250,000.00 To $350,000.00 AnnuallyJob Title: Dean of Professional Development
Salary: $250,000 – $350,000 base.
Bonus: Performance-based discretionary bonus tied to program success and attorney retention.
Location: San Antonio, Texas (Relocation Assistance Available)
Position Overview:
Thomas J. Henry Law, the premier personal injury law firm in the country, is seeking a visionary leader to serve as the Dean of Professional Development. This role is the cornerstone of our new attorney development initiative, overseeing a three-pronged approach that includes the Professional Development Director, Mentor Director, and Attorney Managers.
The Dean will collaborate directly with the Executive Committee to define strategic objectives, architect a world-class attorney training framework, and ensure our lawyers feel supported, valued, and continuously developed as litigators. This position mirrors the stature and responsibility of a law school dean—shaping the professional growth & careers of the next generation of trial attorneys.
Key Responsibilities:
- Serve as the chief architect of the firm's professional development program.
- Partner with the Executive Committee to align training with firm strategy and case excellence goals.
- Oversee the Professional Development Director, Mentor Director, and Attorney Managers.
- Lead the design and implementation of training curricula, mentorship initiatives, and career development pathways.
- Develop and refine litigation training materials, playbooks, and evaluation frameworks.
- Create a culture of growth, accountability, and recognition for attorneys at every level.
- Establish metrics to measure program success and attorney progression.
- Represent the professional development program internally and externally, reinforcing the firm's reputation for excellence.
Requirements:
- Juris Doctor (JD) and active Texas Bar license preferred, not necessary
- 10+ years of litigation or senior leadership experience (law firm, legal education, or professional development).
- Demonstrated ability to design and manage large-scale training or development programs.
- Strong communication, mentorship, and organizational leadership skills.
- Strategic thinker with proven experience in high-performance environments.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Salary Range (Texas market): $250,000 – $350,000 base.
- Performance-based discretionary bonus tied to program success and attorney retention.
- Full benefits package, including paid vacation/holidays, 401(k) with 4% match, 80% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, supplemental insurance, relocation assistance, gym membership, recognition programs, and executive-level perks.
This position cements Thomas J. Henry Law as a training ground for elite litigators. By providing structure, mentorship, and growth opportunities, the Dean will ensure attorneys professional development. Which will aid in delivering outstanding results for clients but also see long-term career paths within the firm.
