Family Law Attorney

Larson Maddox; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Office access

Paid CLEs

Partnership track

Work-life balance

Job summary

Larson Maddox represents a respected family law firm seeking a Family Law Attorney to join its Dallas-Fort Worth team. The role centers on managing family law matters, advising clients through life transitions, and advocating in negotiations, mediations, hearings, and trials.

The position offers a primarily remote work environment with occasional in-person court appearances, and access to both Dallas and Fort Worth offices for collaboration and mentoring.

Qualifications

• JD required and admitted to the Texas bar or pursuing reciprocity.
• Demonstrated interest in family law for junior attorneys.
• Experience handling negotiations, mediations, and contested matters.

Responsibilities

• Manage family law matters from inception through resolution.
• Evaluate case strategy and advise clients on litigation risk and outcomes.
• Lead mediations and settlement negotiations.
• Conduct hearings, depositions, and trials when necessary.
• Prepare witnesses and clients for hearings and trials.
• Draft and review pleadings, motions, discovery, and filings.
• Collaborate with paralegals and support staff to manage cases.
• Maintain strong client relationships and provide exceptional service.

Skills

Family law experience

Strong courtroom presence

Client communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Licensed to practice law in Texas

Job description

Our client is a highly respected and rapidly growing family law firm with a strong reputation for providing compassionate, client-centered representation throughout Texas. Known for its collaborative culture, commitment to attorney development, and emphasis on work-life balance, the firm offers a modern approach to practicing family law that allows attorneys to build rewarding careers while maintaining personal fulfillment.

The Opportunity

Our client is seeking a Family Law Attorney to join its team in the Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas area. This is a hands‑on role focused on managing family law matters, advising clients through complex life transitions, and advocating for clients in negotiations, mediations, hearings, and trial proceedings.

The position offers a primarily remote work environment, with attorneys generally working from home when not attending court appearances, mediations, client meetings, or other case‑related obligations. Attorneys also have access to both Dallas and Fort Worth office locations for collaboration, mentorship, and team support as needed. This role provides significant flexibility, partnership‑track potential, meaningful autonomy, and direct access to firm leadership within a highly supportive and growth‑oriented culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage family law matters from inception through resolution.
• Evaluate case strategy and advise clients regarding litigation risk and potential outcomes.
• Lead mediations and settlement negotiations.
• Conduct contested hearings, depositions, and trials when necessary.
• Prepare witnesses and clients for hearings, mediations, and trial.
• Draft and review pleadings, motions, discovery, and legal filings.
• Collaborate with paralegals and support staff to efficiently manage cases.
• Maintain strong client relationships and provide exceptional client service throughout representation.
• Advise clients through complex family law matters involving divorce, custody, support, property division, and related issues.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) required.
• Licensed to practice law in Texas or actively pursuing reciprocity.
• Family law experience preferred.
• Demonstrated interest in family law for junior attorneys.
• Experience handling negotiations, mediations, and contested matters.
• Strong courtroom presence and advocacy skills.
• Excellent client communication and relationship management abilities.
• Ability to work independently in a collaborative, team‑oriented environment.
• High emotional intelligence, professionalism, and commitment to client advocacy.

Why Attorneys Are Interested

• Primarily remote schedule outside of court appearances and client obligations.
• Access to both Dallas and Fort Worth office locations.
• Reasonable billable expectation of only 120 hours per month.
• Bonus eligibility beginning at approximately 140 billable hours per month.
• Partnership‑track opportunity with significant long‑term growth potential.
• Direct access to firm leadership and mentorship.
• Strong emphasis on work‑life balance.
• No expectation of after‑hours client calls or constant availability.
• Paid CLEs, certifications, bar dues, and professional development opportunities.
• Collaborative and supportive firm culture.