Associate Attorney – Family Law

About the role

Focus on the Courtroom, Not the Grind. If you are a courtroom-ready advocate who thrives on winning for families but is tired of the administrative "grind" of solo or small-firm practice, we want to talk. At the Law Office of Bryan Fagan, we've cleared the path so you can do what you do best: practice law at the highest level.

What You'll Do

You won't be hunting for leads or chasing invoices. You will lead high-impact family law cases from intake to final decree with the full support of our marketing and administrative engine.

• Lead the Strategy: Drive contested divorces, complex SAPCR cases, and protective orders.
• Command the Courtroom: Represent clients in Harris County and surrounding courts with confidence and clarity.
• Litigate with Excellence: Conduct depositions, mediations, and First-Chair trials using your deep knowledge of the Texas Family Code.
• Provide Counsel: Help clients navigate their toughest chapters with results-driven, compassionate representation.

Requirements

• A valid Texas bar license for a minimum of 2 years; bilingual is a plus.
• At least 2 years of dedicated Texas Family Law litigation.

Qualifications

• A fearless presence in the courtroom and the ability to manage a high-impact docket under pressure.
• A highly organized advocate experienced in family law hearings, and estate / guardianship proceedings.
• From initial consults to the precision drafting of pleadings and discovery, you bring energy and discipline to every stage of the litigation process.
• Proficient in Clio, TxDoc, Google Suite, and modern e-filing systems.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Earnings: $75k – $130k Base + a bonus structure with $70k+ annual upside.
• Essentials: 401(k) with up to 5% company match. Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision plans with Short/Long Term Disability and Voluntary Term Life Insurance.
• Real Balance: PTO, company holidays, and an earned hybrid option designed to protect your work-life balance and mental health.
• Real Support: A dedicated paralegal and billing coordinator assigned to your cases.

Why the Law Office of Bryan Fagan?

We've spent over a decade building a reputation for excellence in Texas. Here, your skills are respected, your support is guaranteed, and your mission is clear: providing elite legal representation without the burnout of business development.