Associate Attorney - Law License Required

Tessmer Law Firm, P.L.L.C.; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, and life保险

Short- and long-term disability

401(k) and retirement plan

CLE support

Job summary

Tessmer Law Firm in San Antonio, led by Heather Tessmer, seeks an experienced Associate Attorney to manage cases with minimal supervision and contribute to family law and related matters. You will draft pleadings, argue in court, and collaborate with a skilled team to deliver strategic solutions.

The ideal candidate holds an active Texas license in good standing, has strong courtroom and negotiation skills, and brings prior family law or litigation experience.

Qualifications

• Active Texas license to practice law in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.
• Prior family law and/or litigation experience strongly preferred.
• Strong written and oral advocacy and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage an active caseload with minimal supervision.
• Draft, review, and strategize pleadings, motions, briefs, agreements, and orders.
• Provide legal advice and develop case strategies.
• Negotiate settlements and advocate on behalf of clients.
• Collaborate with attorneys and staff to ensure efficient case management.
• Must hold an active license to practice law in Texas and in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.
• Prior experience in family law, litigation, or related practice areas strongly preferred.
• Strong courtroom, negotiation, and advocacy skills.

Skills

Caseload management

Courtroom advocacy

Negotiation skills

Legal research

Job description

Tessmer Law Firm is an award-winning law firm based in San Antonio, led by Heather Tessmer. We are known for providing strong, efficient, and strategic representation across family law matters, including divorce, child custody, and military divorce, as well as estate planning, probate, guardianship, and civil litigation. We are seeking an experienced Associate Attorney capable of independently managing cases and driving them forward. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated attorney who is confident in managing a caseload, representing clients in court, and working both independently and as part of a team.

While family law is a core focus of the firm, this role may also involve broader litigation exposure depending on experience and firm needs.

• Manage an active caseload with minimal supervision
• Draft, review, and strategize pleadings, motions, briefs, agreements, and orders
• Provide legal advice and develop case strategies
• Negotiate settlements and advocate on behalf of clients
• Collaborate with attorneys and staff to ensure efficient case management
• Must hold an active license to practice law in Texas and in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.
• Prior experience in family law, litigation, or related practice areas strongly preferred
• Strong courtroom, negotiation, and advocacy skills

Why Join Tessmer Law Firm

Direct impact on clients and meaningful legal work

Compensation is highly competitive and commensurate with experience, skills, and ability to contribute immediately.

Performance-based bonuses

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• 401(k) and retirement plan
• Continuing legal education (CLE) support