Family Law Attorney - Adoption Specialist - Houston

Job Description

Job Description

Description

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Adoption Attorney to join our Houston legal team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Texas family law, with specific experience handling adoption matters, including private, agency, stepparent, foster care, and international adoptions. This role requires excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to helping families navigate the adoption process with care and efficiency.

Company Culture:

We offer an environment where you feel supported and appreciated at every corner. We value our attorneys and strive to give you the best work-life balance in a team-based environment. That means you won’t be spending your time generating new leads or searching for a new business but rather focusing on managing your clients’ cases and providing expert strategies. At the Law Office of Bryan Fagan, we recruit the top talent and invest in our people to make this a destination career and provide a workplace you can call home.

The Law Office of Bryan Fagan is a firm that excels in family, estate planning & probate, and criminal law matters. We currently have (11) offices in Texas: (2) offices in Houston (Corporate and River Oaks), and (1) office in Atascocita, Humble, Kingwood, The Woodlands, Austin, Dallas, San Antonio, Fort Worth, and Humble, and will continue to have paralegals in these offices.

Key Responsibilities

Your role in our mission includes the following responsibilities:

• Represent clients in all aspects of adoption cases, including initial consultations, filings, hearings, and finalization. 
• Draft and review adoption petitions, agreements, and related legal documents.
• Advise clients on Texas adoption laws and regulations, ensuring compliance throughout the process.
• Coordinate with adoption agencies, social workers, and state agencies as necessary.
• Advocate for clients in court proceedings and negotiations.
• Manage a caseload efficiently while maintaining high professional and ethical standards
• Provide empathetic and client-centered service to individuals and families.
• Collaborate with the firm’s legal team and support staff to deliver exceptional results.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

What you will bring to the role:

• Two or more years of practicing adoption law in Texas. Five years of experience is highly preferred.
• Have a valid Texas bar license for a minimum of 2 years.
• Strong understanding of Texas Family Code and adoption procedures.
• Excellent research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• A passion for conducting hearings and being in the courtroom, and handling Mediations and Consults.
• High level of professionalism, organization, and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of TxDoc and Clio OR similar drafting/client management software, MS Office or Google Suite proficiency.
• Drafting of correspondence, pleadings, and discovery.

Benefits

Enjoy Your Total Rewards Package!

• Competitive Pay: $75K-$130K (based on years of experience)
• Hybrid Work Option: 1-2 days remote work schedule.
• Paid Time Off!
• Earn up to $70K More: We offer an attractive billable hour bonus plan, paid out every 2 weeks!
• Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision plans.
• Short/Long Term Disability Life Insurance and Voluntary Term Life Insurance.
• An outstanding 401K (match up to 5%)!

Equal Opportunity Statement:
We recognize that diverse experiences, perspectives and backgrounds enable us to be an even stronger company and workplace. Not only will you be welcome here, your unique thoughts and opinions will be encouraged, celebrated and deeply valued.