Associate Attorney - Family Law

Law Office of Bryan Fagan

$70K — $130K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Valid Texas bar license with at least 2 years of experience.
  • Minimum of 2 years dedicated to Texas Family Law litigation.
  • Fearless courtroom presence and ability to manage a high-impact docket.
  • Highly organized with experience in family law hearings and estate/guardianship proceedings.
  • Proficient in Clio, TxDoc, Google Suite, and e-filing systems.

Responsibilities

  • Drive the strategy for contested divorces, complex SAPCR cases, and protective orders.
  • Represent clients in Harris County and surrounding courts with confidence.
  • Conduct depositions, mediations, and First-Chair trials using deep knowledge of Texas Family Code.
  • Provide compassionate, results-driven representation to clients during critical legal challenges.

Benefits

  • Competitive earnings structure with base salary and bonus potential.
  • 401(k) plan with a company match of up to 5%.
  • Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance with short/long term disability coverage.
  • Paid time off (PTO) and company holidays for maintaining work-life balance.
  • Assigned dedicated paralegal and billing coordinator for case support.
Full Job Description
Associate Attorney - Family Law

Department: Legal

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: El Paso

Reporting To: Kimberly Washington

Compensation: $70,000 - $130,000 / year

Description

If you are a courtroom-ready advocate who thrives on winning for families but is tired of the administrative "grind" of solo or small-firm practice, we want to talk. El Paso is a new office in the making, come and grow with us!

What You'll Do

You won't be hunting for leads or chasing invoices. You will lead high-impact family law cases from intake to final decree with the full support of our marketing and administrative engine.
  • Lead the Strategy: Drive contested divorces, complex SAPCR cases, and protective orders.
  • Command the Courtroom: Represent clients in Harris County and surrounding courts with confidence and clarity.
  • Litigate with Excellence: Conduct depositions, mediations, and First-Chair trials using your deep knowledge of the Texas Family Code.
  • Provide Counsel: Help clients navigate their toughest chapters with results-driven, compassionate representation.


What We're Looking For

A "battle-tested" advocate who is ready to step into a powerhouse platform.
  • The Credentials: A valid Texas bar license for a minimum of 2 years.
  • The Experience: At least 2 years of dedicated Texas Family Law litigation.
  • The Skillset: A fearless presence in the courtroom and the ability to manage a high-impact docket under pressure. You are a highly organized advocate experienced in family law hearings, and estate / guardianship proceedings. From initial consults to the precision drafting of pleadings and discovery, you bring energy and discipline to every stage of the litigation process.
  • The Tech: Proficient in Clio, TxDoc, Google Suite, and modern e-filing systems.


What You'll Get

We value your expertise and compensate accordingly. We offer a "Big Law" structure with a "Boutique" focus on people.
  • Competitive Earnings: $75k - $130k Base + a bonus structure with $70k+ annual upside.
  • The Essentials: 401(k) with up to 5% company match. Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision plans with Short/Long Term Disability and Voluntary Term Life Insurance.
  • Real Balance: PTO, company holidays, and an earned hybrid option designed to protect your work-life balance and mental health.
  • Real Support: A dedicated paralegal and billing coordinator assigned to your cases.


We've spent over a decade building a reputation for excellence in Texas. Here, your skills are respected, your support is guaranteed, and your mission is clear: providing elite legal representation without the burnout of business development.

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