Litigation Attorney Family Law

BCG Attorney Search; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with matching

PTO and work-from-home flexibility

Bar dues and CLE

Firm retreats

Partnership track

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Dallas, TX seeks a Litigation Attorney focused on Family Law to argue in court and lead trials. The role emphasizes courtroom advocacy with minimal client management tasks.

The ideal candidate has a JD, Texas Bar, 3+ years of family law litigation (or 5+ years civil with family pivot), and strong procedural knowledge. The firm offers health benefits and a partnership track.

Qualifications

• Active Texas Bar membership or reciprocity in progress.
• 3+ years of family law litigation or 5+ years of civil litigation with a family-law pivot.
• Courtroom experience with contested hearings and trials.
• Solid understanding of civil procedure and family-law deadlines.
• Demonstrated client endorsement and professional credibility.

Responsibilities

• Argue contested hearings, temporary orders, and trials.
• Lead adversarial negotiations.
• Oversee trial strategy and take over when mediation fails.
• Take depositions and prepare witnesses.
• Review and revise motions and responses drafted by the team.
• Guide clients through testimony and court appearances with trauma-informed care.

Skills

Advocacy & Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Communication & Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Litigation Attorney specializing in Family Law in Texas. This role focuses on litigation, allowing the attorney to concentrate on arguing and advocating in court without the distraction of drafting or client management tasks.

Duties

• Argue contested hearings, temporary orders, and trials.
• Lead adversarial negotiations.
• Oversee trial strategy and take over when mediation fails.
• Take depositions and prepare witnesses.
• Review and revise motions and responses drafted by the team.
• Guide clients through testimony and court appearances with trauma-informed care.

Requirements

• Active Texas Bar or documented reciprocity in progress.
• 3+ years of family law litigation or 5+ years of civil litigation with a demonstrated family law pivot.
• Board Certification in family law and/or trial practice is a plus.
• Courtroom experience with contested hearings and/or trials.
• Strong understanding of civil procedure and family law-specific trial deadlines.
• Strong cognitive and emotional fluency.
• Endorsements from clients and trusted professionals.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

Active Texas Bar membership.

Skills

• Excellent advocacy and negotiation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance (50% premiums, after 30 days).
• 401(k) with 3% match after one year.
• PTO and work-from-home flexibility.
• Paid bar dues, CLE, and firm retreats.
• Professional growth and opportunities for leadership, including partnership track.