Associate Attorney – Family Law

Law Office of Bryan Fagan

. Lead contested divorces, complex SAPCR cases, and protective orders .

Posted 10/10/2026full-timeFort Worth • Texas • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $70,000 - $130,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Texas Family Law litigation, including contested divorces and SAPCR cases, while providing compassionate client representation. Proficient in courtroom advocacy and managing high-impact dockets under pressure.

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Texas Bar LicenseTexas Family Law LitigationCourtroom AdvocacyClio ProficiencyBilingual

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Hard Skills

Contested DivorceSAPCR CasesDrafting PleadingsConducting DepositionsMediationDiscoveryEstate ProceedingsGuardianship Proceedings

Soft Skills

Compassionate RepresentationHighly OrganizedFearless Courtroom Presence

Tools & Technologies

ClioTxDocGoogle SuiteModern E-Filing Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Texas Bar License

Industry Keywords

Texas Family CodeFamily Law HearingsHigh-Impact DocketClient Counseling

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead contested divorces, complex SAPCR cases, and protective orders
Represent clients in Harris County and surrounding courts
Conduct depositions and mediations
Serve as First-Chair trial attorney
Apply deep knowledge of the Texas Family Code
Counsel clients through difficult legal matters with results-driven, compassionate representation
Lead high-impact family law cases from intake to final decree
Collaborate with marketing and administrative support teams
Focus on courtroom advocacy without lead generation or invoice collection

Requirements

What you’ll need

Valid Texas bar license for a minimum of 2 years
At least 2 years of dedicated Texas Family Law litigation
Bilingual is a plus
Fearless courtroom presence
Ability to manage a high-impact docket under pressure
Highly organized advocate experienced in family law hearings and estate/guardianship proceedings
Experience with initial consultations, drafting pleadings, and discovery
Proficient in Clio, TxDoc, Google Suite, and modern e-filing systems

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive earnings with $70k+ annual bonus upside
401(k) with up to 5% company match
Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
Short/Long Term Disability
Voluntary Term Life Insurance
PTO and company holidays
Earned hybrid option designed to protect work-life balance and mental health
Dedicated paralegal and billing coordinator assigned to cases