Associate Attorney – Family Law

Law Office of Bryan Fagan

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

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeAustin • Texas • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $70,000 - $130,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in Texas Family Law litigation, including contested divorces and SAPCR cases, while providing compassionate client representation. Proficient in managing high-impact dockets and conducting depositions and mediations effectively.

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Texas Bar LicenseTexas Family Law Litigation ExperienceFearless Courtroom PresenceHighly Organized Advocacy SkillsProficiency in Clio

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Hard Skills

Contested Divorce RepresentationComplex SAPCR Case ManagementDrafting PleadingsConducting DepositionsMediation SkillsFamily Law Hearings ExperienceEstate and Guardianship ProceedingsResults-Driven Client CounselingHigh-Impact Docket Management

Soft Skills

Compassionate RepresentationStrong Communication SkillsAbility to Work Under Pressure

Tools & Technologies

ClioTxDocGoogle SuiteModern E-Filing Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Texas Bar License

Industry Keywords

Texas Family CodeFamily LawProtective OrdersTrial AttorneyLegal Advocacy

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
Work with the firm’s marketing and administrative support teams
Focus on legal practice without lead generation or invoice collection
Report to Kimberly Washington

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 experience
Fearless courtroom presence
Ability to manage a high-impact docket under pressure
Highly organized advocacy skills
Experience in family law hearings
Experience in estate and guardianship proceedings
Experience from initial consultations through drafting pleadings and discovery
Proficiency in Clio, TxDoc, Google Suite, and modern e-filing systems

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonus structure with $70k+ annual upside
401(k) with up to 5% company match
Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
Short/Long Term Disability
Voluntary Term Life Insurance
PTO
Company holidays
Earned hybrid option
Work-life balance and mental health support
Dedicated paralegal assigned to cases
Dedicated billing coordinator assigned to cases