Associate Attorney – Family Law

Law Office of Bryan Fagan; Brownsville (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with up to 5% company match

Medical, Dental, and Vision plans

PTO and company holidays

Hybrid work option

Job summary

The Law Office of Bryan Fagan seeks a courtroom-ready family law attorney to lead high-stakes cases across Texas. You will join a busy practice with robust support, enabling you to focus on advocacy and trials in the court system.

You will handle complex divorces, SAPCRs, and guardianship matters, with a strong emphasis on client service, strategic motion practice, and meticulous litigation files. A robust compensation package awaits with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Active Texas bar license with at least 2 years of Texas Family Law litigation.
• Bilingual skills are a plus for client interactions and hearings.
• Proficient in managing high-impact dockets under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-impact family law cases from intake to decree with support.
• Represent clients in court in Harris County and nearby courts.
• Conduct depositions, mediations, and first-chair trials.
• Draft pleadings and discovery with precision and efficiency.

Skills

Texas bar license

Bilingual

Texas Family Law litigation

Tools

Clio

TxDoc

Google Suite

E-filing systems

Job description

Focus on the Courtroom, Not the Grind.

If you are a courtroom-ready advocate who thrives on winning for families but is tired of the administrative "grind" of solo or small-firm practice, we want to talk. At the Law Office of Bryan Fagan, we’ve cleared the path so you can do what you do best: practice law at the highest level.

Department

Legal

Location

The Woodlands

Compensation

$75,000 - $130,000 / year

Description

Focus on the Courtroom, Not the Grind. If you are a courtroom-ready advocate who thrives on winning for families but is tired of the administrative "grind" of solo or small-firm practice, we want to talk. At the Law Office of Bryan Fagan, we’ve cleared the path so you can do what you do best: practice law at the highest level.

About Us

The Law Office of Bryan Fagan specializes in family law, estate planning & probate, and criminal defense, serving clients across 16 Texas locations. In addition to our Corporate and The Heights offices in Houston, we operate locations in Abilene, Atascocita, Austin, Dallas, El Paso, Fort Worth, Galveston, Humble, Kingwood, Richmond, Rockwall, San Antonio, The Woodlands, and Victoria—with continued expansion underway!

What You’ll Do

You won’t be hunting for leads or chasing invoices. You will lead high-impact family law cases from intake to final decree with the full support of our marketing and administrative engine.

• Lead the Strategy: Drive contested divorces, complex SAPCR cases, and protective orders.
• Command the Courtroom: Represent clients in Harris County and surrounding courts with confidence and clarity.
• Litigate with Excellence: Conduct depositions, mediations, and First-Chair trials using your deep knowledge of the Texas Family Code.
• Provide Counsel: Help clients navigate their toughest chapters with results-driven, compassionate representation.

What We’re Looking For

A "battle-tested" advocate who is ready to step into a powerhouse platform.

• The Credentials: A valid Texas bar license for a minimum of 2 years, bilingual is a plus, bilingual is a plus.
• The Experience: At least 2 years of dedicated Texas Family Law litigation.
• The Skillset: A fearless presence in the courtroom and the ability to manage a high-impact docket under pressure. You are a highly organized advocate experienced in family law hearings, and estate / guardianship proceedings. From initial consults to the precision drafting of pleadings and discovery, you bring energy and discipline to every stage of the litigation process.
• The Tech: Proficient in Clio, TxDoc, Google Suite, and modern e-filing systems.

What You’ll Get

We value your expertise and compensate accordingly. We offer a "Big Law" structure with a "Boutique" focus on people.

• Competitive Earnings: $75k – $130k Base + a bonus structure with $70k+ annual upside.
• The Essentials: 401(k) with up to 5% company match. Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision plans with Short/Long Term Disability and Voluntary Term Life Insurance.
• Real Balance: PTO, company holidays, and an earned hybrid option designed to protect your work-life balance and mental health.
• Real Support: A dedicated paralegal and billing coordinator assigned to your cases.

Why the Law Office of Bryan Fagan?

We’ve spent over a decade building a reputation for excellence in Texas. Here, your skills are respected, your support is guaranteed, and your mission is clear: providing elite legal representation without the burnout of business development.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We recognize that diverse experiences, perspectives and backgrounds enable us to be an even stronger company and workplace. Not only will you be welcome here, your unique thoughts and opinions will be encouraged, celebrated and deeply valued.