Family Attorney

Mokolo-Law-Firm; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 102,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

Mokolo Law Firm, a growing Houston-area firm, seeks an experienced Family Law Attorney with 3–5 years of Texas family law experience to join our team. The ideal candidate independently manages cases, communicates effectively with clients, and develops strategic plans while collaborating with a supportive legal team.

Responsibilities include handling divorce, child custody, and related Texas family law matters from intake to resolution, preparing for hearings, and negotiating favorable outcomes

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of substantive Texas family law experience.
• Active and in good standing with the State Bar of Texas.
• Meaningful courtroom and hearing experience.
• Experience independently managing a family law caseload.
• Strong knowledge of the Texas Family Code and Texas Rules of Civil Procedure.

Responsibilities

• Manage family law cases from intake through resolution.
• Develop case strategy and provide clients with clear, practical legal advice.
• Draft and review pleadings, motions, discovery, proposed orders, settlement documents, and other filings.
• Prepare for and attend hearings, mediations, and trials.
• Conduct discovery, review evidence, and prepare witnesses.

Skills

Texas family law

Courtroom experience

Client communication

Legal research

Education

Juris Doctor

Texas Bar admission

Tools

Case management systems

Job description

About this position

Mokolo Law Firm is a growing Houston-area law firm seeking an experienced Family Law Attorney with approximately 3–5 years of Texas family law experience to join our team.

This position is ideal for an attorney who already knows how to handle a family law case from beginning to end and is ready to take greater ownership of their caseload while working within a collaborative and well-supported legal team.

We are not looking for someone who needs to be taught the fundamentals of family law. We are looking for an attorney who can confidently manage cases, communicate with clients, develop case strategy, negotiate with opposing counsel, and walk into the courtroom prepared to advocate for clients.

The Family Law Attorney will independently manage a caseload involving divorce, child custody, child support, modifications, enforcement actions, protective orders, and other Texas family law matters.

Compensation:

$120,000

Responsibilities:

• Manage family law cases from intake through resolution




• Develop case strategy and provide clients with clear, practical legal advice




• Draft and review pleadings, motions, discovery, proposed orders, settlement documents, and other legal filings




• Prepare for and attend temporary orders hearings, enforcement hearings, mediations, final trials, and other court proceedings




• Conduct discovery, review evidence, and prepare witnesses




• Negotiate effectively with opposing counsel




• Maintain consistent and professional communication with clients




• Delegate appropriate work to paralegals and support staff and supervise completion




• Maintain organized and accurate case files, deadlines, and calendaring




• Meet the firm's expectations regarding productivity, billing, case management, and client service




• Collaborate with other attorneys and team members on strategy when appropriate

Qualifications:

What We’re Looking For

Our ideal candidate has:

• 3–5 years of substantive Texas family law experience




• Active and in good standing membership with the State Bar of Texas




• Meaningful courtroom and hearing experience




• Experience independently managing a family law caseload




• Strong knowledge of the Texas Family Code and Texas Rules of Civil Procedure




• Strong legal research, writing, negotiation, and oral advocacy skills




• Excellent judgment and the ability to develop case strategy




• Strong organizational and time-management skills




• The ability to manage deadlines and multiple active matters without constant supervision




• Strong client communication skills, including the ability to manage expectations and difficult conversations professionally




• Comfort using modern legal technology and case-management systems




• A team-oriented attitude and willingness to collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff

About Company

We are a team of dedicated attorneys and legal professionals who specialize in family law and immigration matters. With years of collective experience and a deep understanding of the intricacies of these areas of law, we strive to provide clients with the highest quality representation and support.

Our mission is to guide individuals and families through some of life's most challenging moments with empathy, integrity, and expertise. Whether it's navigating the complexities of divorce, child custody disputes, or immigration issues, we are steadfast in our dedication to achieving the best possible outcomes for clients.

Our mission is to empower clients to overcome legal obstacles and move forward with confidence toward a brighter future. We envision a world where every individual has access to fair and compassionate legal representation, regardless of their background or circumstances.