Senior Attorney

Modern Family Law; Georgetown (TX); Remote; USD 110,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Learning and development support

Job summary

A national law firm specializing in Family Law is seeking a remote Family Law Senior Associate Attorney for their Austin, TX office. This role offers a competitive salary ranging from $110,000 to $220,000 per year, along with a $25,000 signing bonus. Ideal candidates will have at least four years of Family Law experience and will thrive in a client-focused, collaborative environment. Benefits include health insurance, a retirement plan, and professional development support.

Qualifications

• Four or more years of Family Law experience.
• Experience in Family Law preferred; open to litigation candidates interested in Family Law.
• Exceptional writing and communication skills with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Handle a variety of family law cases, such as divorce and custody.
• Communicate directly with clients and draft legal documents.
• Collaborate within a team-oriented setting.

Skills

Family Law experience

Exceptional writing and communication skills

Client-focused mindset

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Education

Active admission to the Texas State Bar

Job description

Overview

Modern Family Law is growing, and we are looking for talented attorneys to join our team. We are currently offering a $25,000 signing bonus!

Modern Family Law, a rapidly expanding national law firm specializing in Family Law, is seeking a remote Family Law Senior Associate Attorney to join our Austin, TX Office (remote but must reside near Austin to attend hearings or meet with clients in the office).

Base pay range: $110,000.00/yr - $220,000.00/yr.

All candidates should note that actual pay will be based on skills and experience and discussed with the recruiter.

Responsibilities

• Be adept at handling a variety of family law cases, such as divorce, custody, and child and spousal support.
• Be comfortable with direct client communications, drafting legal documents, and handling depositions, court appearances, and mediations.
• Thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while managing multiple responsibilities with attention to detail.
• Work collaboratively within a team-oriented setting, ensuring collective success.

Opportunities and Benefits

• Low billable hours requirement (120 per month).
• Direct client contact.
• The ability to truly develop substantive litigation skills early in your career.
• The satisfaction of meaningfully impacting people’s lives.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Cutting-edge technology.
• Learning and development support, including onsite and in-person.
• Health insurance with optional Health Savings Account (HSA), and other standard benefits.

Mandatory Notices for Applicants

ADA Compliance: All candidates and incumbents are expected to perform the duties as assigned so long as they can meet the expectations set forth with or without reasonable accommodations. If accommodation is required, advise the Director of People & Culture in advance.

Compensation: $110,000 - $220,000 annually. The range is a reliable estimate of the base salary plus potential commissions based on billable hours and collections. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience, location, billable hour expectations, and other job-related factors as permitted by law. Full-time employees are eligible for health insurance with an optional Health Savings Account (HSA), short-term disability, long-term disability, dental insurance, vision care, life insurance, 401(k) Retirement Plan, vacation, sick time, and an employee assistance program.

Additional voluntary programs include voluntary accident insurance, voluntary life insurance, voluntary disability, voluntary long-term care, voluntary critical illness and cancer insurance, and pet insurance. Commuter and transit benefit programs may also be available in certain markets.

Requirements

• Four (4) or more years of Family Law experience.
• Experience in Family Law preferred; open to litigation candidates interested in practicing Family Law.
• Active admission to the Texas State Bar.
• Exceptional writing and communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with a client-focused mindset.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Legal

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting

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