Experienced Family Law Trial Attorney

Protouch Staffing; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Protouch Staffing seeks an experienced Family Law Trial Attorney for a growing boutique practice in Central Texas. The candidate will handle high-value family law matters from intake through trial, with emphasis on complex custody, professionals, and business-related divorces.

The role is Austin-based with a hybrid schedule (3 days onsite, 2 remote). The firm values strong trial advocacy, client service, organization, and proactive case strategy.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of family law litigation experience, with significant trial exposure.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage cases from inception through resolution.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Proactive, resourceful, and client-service oriented.

Responsibilities

• Consult with prospective clients and assist with intake.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships.
• Manage family law matters from beginning to end, including hearings and trials.
• Prepare and examine witnesses and develop case strategy.
• Collaborate with paralegals and legal staff to ensure smooth case flow.
• Support business development and client acquisition.

Job description

Position Overview

A growing boutique family law firm in Central Texas is seeking an experienced Family Law Trial Attorney to join its expanding practice. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of family law litigation and trial experience and be comfortable handling complex, high-value family law matters from beginning to end.

Location

Austin, TX - Hybrid schedule

3 days onsite / 2 days remote

Employment Type

Full-time - minimum 40 hours per week

Compensation

• Starting salary of $175,000+, commensurate with experience
• Annual and biweekly merit-based bonus opportunities
• Annual merit-based compensation increases

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid employee medical premium
• Copay and HSA medical plan options
• $600 annual HSA employer contribution
• Dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Employer-paid profit sharing
• Paid time off
• Paid sick/well time
• Paid holidays
• Paid CLE and professional development
• Athletic club membership subsidy
• Covered parking
• Onsite gym and common areas
• Café, kitchens, drinks, snacks, and lunches

About The Firm

The firm is a boutique family law practice focused on sophisticated and high-value family law matters throughout Central Texas. Its practice includes divorces involving professionals and family-owned businesses, complex custody matters, and high-stakes family law litigation.

The firm emphasizes strong trial advocacy, personalized client service, professionalism, and achieving results for its clients.

What We're Looking For

• 3+ years of family law litigation experience
• Significant courtroom and trial experience
• Experience handling all phases of family law litigation
• Strong discovery and witness preparation experience
• Experience managing cases from inception through resolution
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
• A proactive, resourceful, and solutions-oriented approach
• Ability to work effectively in a competitive but collaborative environment
• Strong commitment to client service

Candidates should be motivated to take ownership of their cases and contribute to the continued growth of the practice.

Experienced trial attorneys interested in Of Counsel opportunities are also welcome to apply. Compensation and benefits for Of Counsel positions will be based on experience and hours worked.

Responsibilities

• Consult with prospective clients and assist with client intake
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships
• Manage family law matters from beginning to end
• Handle litigation, discovery, hearings, depositions, and trial preparation
• Prepare and examine witnesses
• Develop case strategy and legal argumentsManage an individual case docket
• Work closely with paralegals and other legal professionals
• Maintain a high level of client satisfaction
• Contribute to business development and new client acquisition
• Effectively manage the firm's incoming client leads

Qualifications

• Texas Bar admission preferred
• 3+ years of Texas family law experience preferred
• Significant family law litigation and trial experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work onsite in Austin three days per week

Relocation

Candidates must be willing to relocate to Austin, TX before starting the position, if not already local.

Equal Opportunity

The employer is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants without regard to protected characteristics under applicable federal, state, and local law.