Description:
We are currently hiring a Senior Family Law Attorney to take over a Houston-based docket and serve as a strategic, steady presence for families who need guidance and protection. If you love practicing family law, care deeply about client experience, and enjoy improving systems while getting results — we'd love to talk.Responsibilities:
- Take ownership of 20+ active family law cases, including custody, support, enforcement, and property division
- Guide and de-escalate emotionally distressed clients with compassion and professionalism
- Lead strategy, drafting, discovery, negotiation, and court appearances
- Appear in Houston courts and travel to Austin for significant hearings as needed
- Collaborate with remote support staff and paralegals
- Contribute to systems improvement as the firm transitions to flat-fee delivery
- Optional: assist in light immigration matters or community outreach workshops
Qualifications Required:
- Licensed and in good standing with the Texas Bar
- 10+ years of experience in Texas family law
- Skilled in managing high-conflict cases from intake through final orders
- Proven ability to handle an active docket with limited supervision
- Strong writing, courtroom, and client communication skills
- Comfortable supporting and de-escalating clients in crisis
- Houston-based and available for in-person court as needed
- Proficient in Spanish (able to communicate with Spanish-speaking clients)
- Comfortable with cloud-based platforms and remote collaboration
Preferred:
- Experience with flat-fee or referral-based practice models
- Familiarity with Houston courts and local practices
- Background serving Black, Latino, or immigrant communities
- Experience mentoring others or participating in firm leadership
- Curiosity or experience in immigration law (SIJS, I-130s, or work permits)
Compensation and Benefits:
- Competitive salary, based on experience and impact
- Flexible, remote-first schedule
- Flat-fee structure — no chasing billables
- Full docket of meaningful, mission-aligned cases
- Autonomy with a supportive team behind you
- Opportunity to shape workflows and help define how flat-fee practice should work