Associate Attorney

Dunham & Jones Law; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Medical, dental, vision & life保险

Paid vacation and sick time

Texas State Bar dues & CLEs covered

Job summary

Dunham & Jones Law is seeking an Associate Attorney licensed to practice in Texas to join its criminal defense team. The role focuses on assessing client needs, advising via phone and email, and delivering proactive, compassionate service while coordinating with courts and bond companies.

Qualified candidates will have a Texas license, preferred Texas criminal experience, and a client-first mindset committed to protecting clients’ rights. The firm emphasizes a collaborative, high-impact practice.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice in Texas.
• Texas Criminal experience preferred.
• Passion for criminal defense and protecting clients’ rights.
• Compassionate communicator with a client-first mindset.

Responsibilities

• Assess the needs of prospective clients.
• Assist prospective clients via phone and email with questions and concerns.
• Provide proactive, compassionate client service.
• Act as liaison between court, bond company and the firm.

Skills

Client communication

Compassionate service

Client-first mindset

Education

Texas attorney license

Job description

Benefits of the Associate Attorney:

• 401(k) with a very generous employer match (after 90 days, if eligible)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision & life insurance
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Texas State Bar dues & relevant CLEs fully covered

Associate Attorney’s Role/Responsibilities:

• Assess the needs of prospective clients
• Assist prospective clients via phone, and email with questions and concerns.
• Provide proactive, compassionate client service
• Act as liaison between court, bond company and the firm

Requirements of the Associate Attorney:

• Licensed to practice in Texas
• Texas Criminal experience preferred
• Passion for criminal defense and protecting clients’ rights
• Compassionate communicator with a client-first mindset

Dunham & Jones has been recognized by Time and Newsweek as leading attorneys, voted Best Law Firm by the Daily Texan, and ranked among the nation’s Top 100 Trial Lawyers and 10 Best in Client Satisfaction. These honors reflect our unwavering commitment to criminal defense, a client-focused approach, and a collaborative team environment where meaningful work creates real impact.

Salary or pay scale will depend on a variety of factors including relevant experience and education. Any range seen within the job posting is automatically populated and does not reflect the potential range for this position.