Senior Associate Attorney

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Job Overview:
A law firm specializing in family law is seeking a Senior Family Law Attorney to join its team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for empowering clients, especially women, navigating divorce and child custody matters. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in clients' lives while working in a collaborative, supportive, and growth-focused environment. As a Senior Family Law Attorney, you will handle a range of cases from start to finish and advocate for clients in the courtroom with confidence.

Location:

• Dallas, TX

Duties:

• Represent clients across Texas, focusing on family law matters such as divorce, child custody, and property division.
• Manage cases from inception to resolution, including drafting pleadings, managing discovery, and preparing for hearings and trials.
• Advocate in court to achieve favorable outcomes for clients.
• Maintain effective communication with clients, opposing counsel, and courts.
• Provide empathetic support to clients, balancing client care with maintaining strong professional boundaries.
• Collaborate with the legal team to achieve positive outcomes and contribute to a supportive work culture.
• Manage high-conflict cases with a solution-focused approach.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience practicing family law, with a strong background in litigation and courtroom experience.
• Licensed to practice law in Texas, in good standing.
• Board certification in family law is a plus.
• Experience in handling high-conflict family law cases, particularly involving divorce and child custody.
• Proven success in drafting legal documents and preparing cases for trial.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work in a collaborative environment.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Licensed to practice law in Texas (required).
• Board certification in family law (preferred, but not required).

Skills and Competencies:

• Excellent legal writing and drafting skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail.
• Empathy and emotional intelligence in client relations.
• Ability to manage high-conflict cases effectively.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously.
• Ability to work in a remote environment while staying connected with the team.
• Ability to navigate complex property matters with confidence.

Benefits:

• Flexible, remote work environment.
• Opportunity to work in a supportive, collaborative, and growth-oriented firm culture.
• Focus on work-life balance and professional development.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
10777 Westheimer, Suite 1100
Houston
Texas
United States 77042
Phone : (713) 270-1199
Fax : (213) 895-7306