Associate Attorney

Modern Family Law; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 151,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$15,000 signing bonus

Health insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Work From Home

Training & Development

Job summary

A growing national law firm is seeking a Remote Family Law Associate Attorney to join their Austin office. The role requires expertise in handling family law cases and involves direct client interactions, drafting legal documents, and court appearances. The position offers a $15,000 signing bonus, competitive salary ranging from $95,000 to $151,800 annually, and a remote-first working environment with benefits including health insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of Family Law experience preferred.
• Experience in Family Law preferred; open to litigation candidates interested in practicing Family Law.
• Exceptional writing and communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with a client-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Handle a variety of family law cases, including divorce and custody.
• Communicate directly with clients and draft legal documents.
• Manage depositions, court appearances, and mediations.

Skills

Handling family law cases

Direct client communications

Drafting legal documents

Attending court appearances

Collaboration in a team environment

Education

Active admission to the Texas State Bar

Job description

Modern Family Lawis growing, and we are looking for talented attorneys to join our team! We are currently offering a$15,000 signing bonus!

Modern Family Law, a rapidly expanding national law firm specializing in Family Law, is seekinga RemoteFamily Law Associate Attorneyto join ourAustinoffice (Remote butmust reside near Austin to attend hearingsor meet with clients in the office).

Unlike other law firms,Modern Family Lawoffers you the following opportunities:

• Remote First Setting with Brick & Mortar Space Available (In-person as required by courts & clients)
• Low billable hours requirement (100 per month).

• Direct client contact.

• The ability to truly develop substantive litigation skills early in your career.

• The satisfaction of meaningfully and continuously impacting people’s lives.

• Competitive compensation and benefits.

• Cutting-edge technology.

• Learning and development support, including onsite and in-person.

To be successful in this role, the Family Law Associate Attorney will:

• Be adept at handling a variety of family law cases, such as divorce, custody, and child and spousal support.

• Be comfortable with direct client communications, drafting legal documents, and handling depositions, court appearances, and mediations.

• Thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while managing multiple responsibilities with attention to detail.
• Work collaboratively within a team-oriented setting, ensuring collective success.

Mandatory Notices for Applicants

ADA Compliance: All candidates and incumbents are expected to perform the duties as assigned so long as they can meet the expectations set forth with or without reasonable accommodations. Should a candidate or incumbent require accommodation, they need to advise the Director of People & Culture in advance.

Compensation: $95,000 - $151,800 annually. This range presented is a reliable estimate of the base salary plus potential commissions based on billable hours and collections that this individual is expected to receive. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience, location, billable hour expectations, and other job-related factors as permitted by law. Full-time employees are eligible for health insurance with an optional Health Savings Account (HSA), short-term disability, long-term disability, dental insurance, vision care, life insurance, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, 401(k) Retirement Plan, vacation, sick time, and an employee assistance program.

Additional voluntary programs include voluntary accident insurance, voluntary life insurance, voluntary disability, voluntary long-term care, voluntary critical illness and cancer insurance, and pet insurance. Commuter and transit benefit programs may also be available in certain markets.

• 0-3 years of Family Lawexperience preferred.

• Experience in Family Law preferred; open to litigation candidates interested in practicing Family Law.

• Active admission to the TexasState Bar.

• Exceptional writing and communication skills with strong attention to detail.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities with a client-focused mindset.

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Work From Home