Associate Attorney – Family Law

Law Office of Bryan Fagan

. Lead high-impact family law cases from contract to final decree.

Posted 10/10/2026full-timeRichmond • Texas • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $75,000 - $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

Family Law LitigationDrafting 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 CodeContested DivorcesSAPCR CasesProtective OrdersInitial Consultations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead high-impact family law cases from contract to final decree.
Drive contested divorces, complex SAPCR cases, and protective orders.
Represent clients in Montgomery County and surrounding courts.
Conduct depositions, mediations, and First-Chair trials.
Apply deep knowledge of the Texas Family Code.
Counsel clients through difficult legal matters with results-driven, compassionate representation.
Focus on courtroom advocacy while supported by marketing, paralegal, billing, and administrative teams.

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: $75k – $130k Base + a bonus structure with $70k+ annual 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.