Job 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 today

Benefits:

• 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

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