Senior Paralegal – Family Law

Law Office of Bryan Fagan

. Independently manage complex family law matters from client intake through final decree .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeHouston • Texas • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in managing complex family law cases, including drafting legal documents, conducting financial analysis, and preparing for trials. Proficient in maintaining client relationships and collaborating with legal teams to achieve favorable outcomes.

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Family Law ExperienceDrafting Legal DocumentsFinancial Discovery and AnalysisClient Relationship ManagementParalegal Board Certification

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Hard Skills

Legal Document DraftingFinancial AnalysisCase ManagementDiscovery RequestsTrial PreparationBillable Time ManagementCourt FilingsPleadings ReviewMediation CoordinationExpert Witness Collaboration

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsDetail-OrientedMentoring

Tools & Technologies

ClioTxDocMS OfficeGoogle Suite

Certifications & Qualifications

Paralegal Board Certification

Industry Keywords

Family LawTexas LawHigh-Conflict CasesFinancial AffidavitsBusiness ValuationsTemporary OrdersMediationTrialSettlementForensic Accountants

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Independently manage complex family law matters from client intake through final decree
Own the lifecycle of high-conflict family law cases through temporary orders, discovery, mediation, trial, or settlement
Draft, review, and revise pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, and proposed orders
Lead financial discovery and analysis, including tracing separate property funds, reviewing financial statements, and identifying issues in financial affidavits and business valuations
Prepare attorneys for hearings, mediations, and trials using trial binders, exhibit lists, witness lists, and evidentiary summaries
Coordinate with expert witnesses, including forensic accountants and appraisers
Manage court filings, deadlines, and hearing calendars
Maintain professional client relationships through updates, fact and document gathering, and expectation setting
Collaborate with attorneys and paralegals on case strategy and resolution
Record and manage billable time and case-related tasks in firm systems
Mentor junior paralegals and legal assistants

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 7+ years of family law experience in Texas; 10+ years most preferred
Paralegal board certification is a strong plus
Associate’s degree or Certificate in Paralegal Studies or Bachelor’s degree in a related field; 10+ years of exact experience in Texas accepted in lieu of education
Excellent typing skills and computer literacy
Understanding of MS Office and/or Google Suite applications
Proficiency with Clio and TxDoc or similar software
Ability to focus on details, handle multiple tasks, and remain highly organized
Excellent verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills
Professional demeanor and positive communication

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive Pay: Based on years of experience
Paid Time Off
Billable hour bonus plan, paid out every 2 weeks, with earnings up to $35K more
Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
Short/Long Term Disability Life Insurance
Voluntary Term Life Insurance
401K with 5% match
Equal opportunity workplace
Hybrid work arrangement