Senior Family Law Attorney

Seasoned Family Law Attorney

An established law firm is seeking a seasoned attorney with extensive family law experience to guide clients through complex, high-stakes cases. This role requires sound legal judgment, strong courtroom presence, and a compassionate, strategic approach to client advocacy during challenging life transitions.

Key Responsibilities

• Case Leadership: Manage a full caseload from initial intake through final resolution, overseeing complex divorce, contested custody, child support, and high-net-worth marital property disputes.
• Trial & Negotiation Strategy: Formulate and execute legal tactics for mediations, depositions, contested hearings, and trials.
• Legal Drafting: Prepare and review pleadings, motions, settlement agreements, and formal legal documentation.
• High-Conflict Advocacy: Handle delicate matters involving domestic violence, abuse allegations, and intense parental disputes.
• Client Preparation & Communication: Guide clients through every phase of litigation, providing realistic expectations and clear counsel.
• Team Collaboration: Partner with fellow attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to optimize case outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 10 years practicing family law (15+ years preferred).
• Licensure: Active Texas law license in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.
• Courtroom Expertise: Deep background handling Texas family law litigation, including contested evidentiary hearings and jury/bench trials.
• Skills: Excellent legal writing, analytical research, settlement negotiation, and conflict resolution capabilities.
• Technical Proficiency: Experience using legal case management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Prior military service is strongly encouraged.

Benefits Package

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) with company match & Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance