Description:
Our law group is growing and we are looking for a sharp family attorney who will zealously represent our clients in all areas of family law. You'll assist individuals in a variety of situations such as navigating prenuptial agreements and attending court hearings/trials for divorce, alimony/spousal support, and child support. The prime candidate will have experience with a range of sensitive legal issues such as child abuse, child custody, and domestic violence, and be able to maintain composure, negotiate, and argue effectively even in emotional and high-stress situations. If you are passionate about helping people navigate some of the most difficult challenges they may face in their lives, start your application todayBenefits:
- 401K
- Health Insurance
- PTO
- Hybrid work schedule - flexibility to work from home
Responsibilities:
- Ability to manage hearings, trials, and case proceedings
- Enjoy taking cases to trial or pursuing aggressive, early settlements
- Must be able to manage a large docket
- Must be able to draft pleadings, motions, contracts, marital settlement agreements, judgements, and orders for a high volume of cases
- Maintain client files to ensure they are properly organized and up to date
- Handle the division of marital assets, including real estate, during divorce proceedings as needed
- Assist clients effectively by understanding their needs analyzing the situation then strategizing and deciding on a proper course of action
- Communicate with senior partners and paralegals to effectively move through the civil litigation process
- Draft pleadings, motions, contracts, marital settlement agreements, judgements, and orders for a high volume of cases
- Maintain client files to ensure they are properly organized and up to date
- Handle the division of marital assets, including real estate, during divorce proceedings as needed
- Assist clients effectively by understanding their needs analyzing the situation then strategizing and deciding on a proper course of action
- Communicate with principal/managing attorney and paralegals to effectively move through the civil litigation process
Qualifications:
- Proven record of success in advocating for plaintiffs and defendants
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
- Active license to practice law in the state of Texas
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in family law practice
- Strong understanding of Texas family law code, statutes, and procedures
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
- Outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent time management and organizational abilities
- Compassionate and empathetic approach to client matters
Pay: $86,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
