Junior Associate Family Law Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

This role in our firm is crucial to providing quality legal representation for clients in an efficient, compassionate, and expert manner. This is an entry-level role designed to expose the Junior Associate Attorney to the inner workings of a practicing law firm, various types of cases and assignments, and help build knowledge and expertise about practicing family law in Texas. This role typically does not have lead attorney responsibilities, including being solely responsible for client case management. This role involves being mentored in preparation for ultimately assuming those responsibilities.

$85,000 - $95,000 yearly

• Prepare and finalize a wide range of legal documents, including pleadings, briefs, memorandums, orders, discovery, and reports
• Research legal issues and prepare a memorandum regarding the analysis of the same
• Monitor, prioritize, organize, and facilitate daily workflow for self; do the same for paralegal, support staff, as applicable to assigned tasks/cases
• Communicate effectively and professionally with clients, attorneys, paralegals, firm personnel, and court personnel
• Attend meetings with clients to assess their needs; participate in strategizing and developing a plan for achieving clients’ goals; assist in preparing clients for case proceedings as requested; be accessible to clients as needed throughout their case’s progression as requested
• Monitor case dockets, calendar, events, and deadlines as requested
• Assist lead attorneys in preparing for hearings, trials, conferences, mediations as requested; collaborate with paralegals and support staff regarding same; attend same when able or requested
• Attend, observe, and assist in hearings, trials, conferences, and mediations when able or requested
• Assist lead attorneys in preparing for mediations, coordinating with mediator, opposing counsel, and client when requested
• Manage own calendars; oversee the scheduling of appointments, hearings as requested; oversee tracking of deadlines and time-sensitive tasks as requested
• Timely review of own time entries and firm client invoices to ensure accuracy
• Participate as necessary in addressing accounts receivable balances on assigned client cases
• Participate in marketing activities, including networking opportunities and events, observing and participating in potential client consultations, maintaining contact with former clients and lead sources as requested, and other marketing activities as requested
• Attend continuing education seminars and workshops to further professional development and maintain CLE status; share resources with the team
• Comply with all federal, state, county, and local laws, legal standards, codes, and regulations
• Sustain membership in the area Bar associations and relevant practice groups as requested and approved
• Comply with the Firm’s Policies and Procedures

• Ability to exemplify the collaborative mission of the firm in cooperating with our team, the legal community, and the judiciary; maintenance of personal and firm integrity
• Growing knowledge of Family Law and the Texas Family Code, legal terminology, processes, documents, case flow, and case law
• Growing skill in legal drafting
• Embraces mentorship and professional growth opportunities
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Highly organized; attention to detail; ability to multitask proficiently
• Robust verbal and written communication skills
• Strong collaborative interpersonal skills in working with clients, attorneys, court personnel, and firm personnel
• Willing to work in collaboration with other attorneys and in conjunction with other Firm members, to share knowledge and resources with the team, and to contribute by performing any task needed to support clients
• Show professionalism and integrity at all times; able to exercise high levels of discretion, confidentiality, and sensitivity
• Possesses a warm personality, character, humor, intelligence, and compassion; a team member who genuinely cares about the people for whom and with whom they are working; has a positive and friendly attitude
• Proficient with Microsoft Suite, Adobe Acrobat; experience with Clio is a plus

A J.D. from an accredited law school, a license to practice law in the state of Texas, and an active membership in the State Bar of Texas are mandatory.

At Hargrave Family Law, we are redefining what a family law firm can be. We believe in leading with empowerment, providing compassionate client service, working collaboratively, and delivering excellence at every step. We serve amazing clients who value family and dignity during one of life's most challenging transitions. We also support each other as we strive to fulfill the Firm’s mission every day.

On our team, you become part of a mission:

• Real Impact : Your work helps people rebuild their lives with clarity, dignity, and hope.
• Creativity : We value innovation and strategic thinking; your ideas will help shape the future of our brand.
• Collaborative Culture : We believe in connection, creativity, authenticity, and empowerment, with clients and each other.
• Growth : As we expand our firm and influence, you’ll have the chance to grow your leadership and make a lasting mark.

If you’re ready to bring heart, strategy, and excellence to a fast-growing, mission-driven firm, we can’t wait to meet you.