Family Law Attorney

A highly respected and well-established law firm, recognized as one of the largest in the DFW area, is seeking an experienced Family Law Attorney to join its growing family law department. The firm handles a wide range of practice areas, but this position is dedicated exclusively to family law and offers the chance to work alongside several highly experienced family law attorneys on sophisticated and meaningful matters.

The firm is seeking an attorney with direct Texas family law experience who can confidently manage cases involving divorce, child custody, adoption, and related domestic matters. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys advocacy, client counseling, and working within a collaborative team environment. The attorney can be based out of the firm's Dallas or Arlington office.

Responsibilities

• Handle family law matters including divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, modifications, and related proceedings
• Manage cases from intake through resolution, including hearings, mediation, negotiation, and trial preparation
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, settlement agreements, and other legal documents
• Represent clients in court appearances, mediations, and contested proceedings
• Provide thoughtful and responsive guidance to clients during sensitive legal matters
• Collaborate closely with experienced family law attorneys and support staff

Qualifications

• Active Texas Bar license in good standing
• Minimum of 2 years of direct Texas family law experience required
• Strong knowledge of Texas family law procedure and courtroom practice
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and advocacy skills
• Ability to independently manage files while working effectively within a team setting
• Willingness to travel occasionally between offices or for case-related matters

Work Environment & Schedule

• Opportunity to work from the Dallas or Arlington office
• Occasional travel as needed
• Collaborative department with experienced attorneys and strong support staff
• Stable, established platform with excellent internal resources

Compensation & Benefits

• $120,000–$160,000 annual base salary, depending on experience
• Performance-based bonuses on top of base compensation
• Excellent benefits package
• Generous PTO
• Long-term career growth opportunities with a leading DFW firm

This is an outstanding opportunity for a family law attorney seeking high-quality work, strong compensation, and the support of one of the premier firms in the Dallas-Fort Worth market.