Job description
Overview
A respected Dallas-based boutique family law firm is seeking a Family Law Litigation Attorney to join its trial-focused practice. The firm is built around a courtroom-first model, where attorneys focus on advocacy while internal teams manage much of the administrative and drafting workload.
This role offers high levels of courtroom exposure, meaningful client interaction, and a flexible remote work structure.
What's In It for You
- Performance bonus on collected revenue above target
- 10% origination fee on cases brought in
- Guaranteed minimum bonus in Year 1
- Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and HSA
- 401(k) with 3% match after one year
- Paid time off and work-from-home flexibility
- Paid bar dues, CLE, and firm retreats
- Strong courtroom exposure with real trial and hearing responsibility
- Dedicated support team handling intake, drafting, and trial preparation
- Clear path to long-term growth in a litigation-focused environment
What You Will Be Doing
- Represent clients in contested hearings, temporary orders hearings, and family law trials
- Lead mediations and settlement negotiations in high-conflict matters
- Conduct depositions and prepare clients and witnesses for testimony
- Develop litigation strategies and take matters through trial when needed
- Review and refine motions, pleadings, and responses prepared by support teams
- Serve as lead courtroom advocate in hearings and trial proceedings
- Work closely with paralegals on trial preparation and case organization
- Guide clients through sensitive legal processes with professionalism and care
What You Will Need
- Active Texas Bar license or reciprocity in progress
- 3+ years of family law litigation experience, OR 5+ years civil litigation with interest in family law
- Strong courtroom experience (hearings, motions, mediations, or trials)
- Experience conducting depositions and preparing witnesses
- Strong advocacy, negotiation, and litigation strategy skills
- Ability to handle emotionally sensitive matters with professionalism
- Strong communication skills and courtroom confidence