Family Law Attorney

Law Office of Bryan Fagan

. Lead all aspects of family law, including adoptions under the Texas Family Code .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeEl Paso • Texas • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $80,000 - $130,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Texas Family Law, particularly in adoption procedures, with a strong ability to manage litigation dockets and provide empathetic representation. Proficient in drafting legal documents and navigating Texas family laws and regulations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Texas Bar LicenseTexas Family Law Litigation ExperienceAdoption ProceduresDrafting Legal DocumentsCourtroom Presence

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Hard Skills

Texas Family LawLitigation ManagementDrafting Adoption PetitionsDrafting AgreementsDrafting PleadingsDrafting DiscoveryAttention to DetailClient Representation

Soft Skills

EmpathyOrganizationComposure

Tools & Technologies

ClioTxDocGoogle Suite

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Texas Bar License

Industry Keywords

Family LawAdoptionTexas Family CodeHarris County CourtsMediationsConsultationsState Agency Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead all aspects of family law, including adoptions under the Texas Family Code
Represent clients in Harris County and surrounding courts
Conduct hearings, mediations, and consultations
Lead adoption and family law cases from initial intake to finalization
Provide results-driven, empathetic representation to families
Manage clients' journeys with support from marketing, administrative, paralegal, and support teams
Draft adoption petitions, agreements, pleadings, and discovery
Manage a busy litigation docket

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
Strong focus on adoption procedures
Strong courtroom presence
Ability to manage a busy docket with care and composure
Highly organized
Experience drafting adoption petitions, agreements, pleadings, and discovery
Exceptional attention to detail
Proficiency in Clio, TxDoc, Google Suite, or similar drafting and client management software
Knowledge of Texas family laws, regulations, and state agency compliance

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive earnings: $80k–$130k base plus an attractive bi-weekly billable hour bonus structure with an opportunity to make up to $70k
401(k) with up to 5% company match
Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
Short/Long Term Disability
Voluntary Term Life Insurance
Generous PTO
Company holidays
Earned hybrid option designed to protect work-life balance and mental health
Dedicated paralegal and support staff assigned to cases
Professional growth support
No business development requirement