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 a minimum of 2 years of experience
  • At least 2 years in Texas Family Law litigation
  • Fearless courtroom presence and high-impact docket management
  • Highly organized with experience in family law hearings and estate/guardianship proceedings
  • Proficient in Clio, TxDoc, Google Suite, and modern e-filing systems

Responsibilities

  • Lead high-impact family law cases from intake to final decree
  • Drive contested divorces, complex SAPCR cases, and protective orders
  • Represent clients confidently in Harris County and surrounding courts
  • Conduct depositions, mediations, and First-Chair trials
  • Provide compassionate legal counsel to clients in difficult situations

Benefits

  • 401(k) with up to 5% company match
  • Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
  • Short/Long-Term Disability and Voluntary Term Life Insurance
  • Paid time off (PTO) and company holidays
  • Hybrid work option for improved work-life balance
  • Dedicated paralegal and billing coordinator support for cases
Full Job Description
Associate Attorney - Family Law

Department: Legal

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Fort Worth

Reporting To: Kimberly Washington

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

Description

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, bilingual is a plus.
  • 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.


Why the Law Office of Bryan Fagan?

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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