Senior Associate Attorney needed for San Antonio office

Job Overview:

A law firm in San Antonio, TX, seeks a highly skilled and experienced Senior Associate Attorney to join their team. This role is ideal for a legal professional with extensive experience in Texas Family Law who is passionate about mentoring junior attorneys and providing exceptional representation to clients in sensitive and complex family law matters.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct consultations with potential clients, assess their legal needs, and secure representation agreements.
• Provide expert legal advice and representation in various family law matters, including divorce, child custody, domestic violence, and other related areas.
• Serve as the 1st chair in court proceedings, including trials, mediations, and depositions, ensuring that clients receive top-notch legal advocacy.
• Mentor and train junior attorneys and support staff, fostering a collaborative and knowledgeable team environment.
• Stay current with changes in Texas Family Law statutes and apply this knowledge effectively in case strategy and client counsel.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to develop and implement firm-wide legal strategies that align with client needs and the firm’s objectives.
• Consistently exceed performance goals, including client satisfaction, case outcomes, and business development targets.

Requirements:

• Experience:
  • Minimum of 4+ years of experience practicing family law in Texas, with significant exposure to cases involving divorce, child custody, and domestic violence.
  • Proven track record of success in a 1st chair role in family law court proceedings.
• Education:
  • Juris Doctorate (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensure:
  • Licensed to practice law in Texas and good standing with the Texas State Bar.
• Skills:
  • Deep understanding of Texas Family Law statutes and their practical application.
  • Strong mentoring and coaching abilities, focusing on developing junior legal talent.
  • Exceptional oral and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex legal concepts clearly and persuasively.
  • Demonstrated compassion and a genuine desire to assist clients during challenging times.
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage a high caseload while maintaining attention to detail.

Location:

• Job Location: San Antonio, TX

Benefits:

• The firm offers comprehensive benefits that surpass those commonly found in the tech industry, including:
  • Medical, vision, and dental insurance.
  • Retirement plans with firm contributions.
  • Additional perks and benefits that support a healthy work-life balance.