Associate Attorney Family Law

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney specializing in Family Law in Houston, TX. This role offers the opportunity to focus on client advocacy with the support of an experienced legal team, allowing for professional growth and a balanced work-life environment.

Duties

• Advocate for clients in complex family law matters, including divorce, custody, and adoption.
• Manage contested hearings and trials with strategic planning and courtroom presence.
• Draft and review legal documents with precision and attention to detail.
• Develop case strategies and guide clients through decisions with professionalism.
• Represent clients in court, mediations, and negotiations for practical outcomes.
• Collaborate with a legal team to deliver exceptional service and build client trust.

Requirements

• 3+ years of Texas family law experience, including custody and property hearings/trials.
• Strong knowledge of the Texas Family Code and courtroom procedure.
• Proven ability to manage cases independently.
• Confident in court, excellent legal writer, and clear communicator.
• Team-oriented, professional, and empathetic.
• Active Texas Bar license.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active Texas Bar license.

Skills

• Strong advocacy and negotiation skills.
• Excellent legal writing and research abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage.
• Retirement Plan.
• Paid Time Off and Holidays.
• Paid Continuing Legal Education (CLE) and Bar Dues.
• Ongoing Professional Development Opportunities.

This boutique law firm provides a comprehensive range of family law services to clients. Its key practice areas include divorce, parental rights, child custody, child support, property division, paternity, and adoption. The firm's team of attorneys has extensive legal experience in all aspects of family law. The firm's office is located in Houston, Texas.