Attorney - Family

Manuel Diaz Law Firm, PC; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Supplemental insurance

Life insurance

STD/LTD coverage

Paid time off

401 (k)

Job summary

Manuel Diaz Law Firm, PC is seeking a dynamic Family Attorney to manage a busy caseload and provide direct supervision to a team of paralegals in our Fort Worth office.

The ideal candidate is licensed to practice law in Texas with 2–5 years of Family Law experience, strong trial and advocacy skills, excellent verbal and written communication, and a flexible schedule.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in Texas.
• 2–5 years of Family Law experience.
• Strong trial and advocacy skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to think and plan strategically.
• Flexible work schedule and travel as needed.
• Excellent attendance record.

Responsibilities

• Manage a Family law caseload and supervise paralegals.
• Monitor deadlines and action items on active cases.
• Draft and edit petitions, answers and counterpetitions.
• Complete and draft Pre-trial Discovery.
• Represent clients in court as 1st chair.
• Attend mediation and depositions.
• File post-judgment motions, bills of review and appeals.
• Collaborate with Family Department attorneys and participate in departmental meetings.

Skills

Trial & Advocacy

Verbal & Written Communication

Strategic Thinking

Flexible Schedule

Work Ethic

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Texas Bar License

Job description

OVERVIEW:

Manuel Diaz Law Firm, PC. is seeking a dynamic, self-starting individual with vision, initiative, and a demonstrated commitment to serve as an attorney in the Family Department.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP:

Reports to the Chief Legal Officer

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The principal duties of the Family Attorney will be to manage a Family law caseload and to provide direct supervision to a team of paralegals. Other responsibilities include:

• Monitor active caseload for deadlines and action need.
• Reviews open and closed cases for proper recordkeeping and file maintenance.
• Review and edit drafted original petitions, answers and counterpetitions.
• Complete and draft Pre-trial Discovery
• Represent clients in court proceeding as 1 st chair at bench and jury trials.
• Attend case related proceedings such as mediation and depositions.
• File post-judgment motions, bill of reviews and appeals.
• Work closely with and provides assistance when needed to other attorneys of the Family Department.
• Participate in departmental meetings.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with clients, other attorneys, court employees and Judicial officers.
• Conduct employee performance evaluation and handle corrective action or disciplinary issues with the assistance of the Managing Attorney for the Family Department and the Chief Legal Officer.
• Other duties as may be assigned by the Managing Attorney for the Family Department or the Chief Legal Officer.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in Texas.
• A minimum of 2-5-years relevant legal experiences and a demonstrated, zealous commitment to Family Law.
• Demonstrated trial and advocacy skills with litigation experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to think and plan strategically.
• Ability to have a flexible work schedule.
• Possess a strong work ethic and a sense of accountability.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• Excellent attendance record.

SALARY:

Based on applicant’s years of relevant experience.

Job Type:

Full-time

Benefits Offered

• Health insurance.
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Supplemental insurance
• Life insurance
• STD/LTD coverage
• Paid time off
• 401 (k)

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Work Location:

MDLF Forth Worth Office

Benefits

Aside from a competitive salary and benefits package, Manuel Diaz Law Firm, PC offers a professional and team-oriented work environment built around our core values:

• Golden Rule
• Positive Mental Attitude
• Go Above and Beyond