Description:

Overview: An Award-Winning Texas Law Firm is seeking a dynamic, self-starting individual with vision, initiative, and a demonstrated commitment to serve as an attorney in the Family Department.

Reporting Relationship: Reports to the Chief Legal Officer

Duties and Responsibilities: The principal duties of the Family Attorney will be to manage a Family law caseload and to provide direct supervision to a team of paralegals. Other responsibilities include:

Monitor active caseload for deadlines and action need.
Reviews open and closed cases for proper recordkeeping and file maintenance.
Review and edit drafted original petitions, answers and counterpetitions.
Complete and draft Pre-trial Discovery
Represent clients in court proceeding as 1st chair at bench and jury trials.
Attend case related proceedings such as mediation and depositions.
File post-judgment motions, bill of reviews and appeals.
Work closely with and provides assistance when needed to other attorneys of the Family Department.
Participate in departmental meetings.
Establish and maintain positive relationships with clients, other attorneys, court employees and Judicial officers.
Conduct employee performance evaluation and handle corrective action or disciplinary issues with the assistance of the Managing Attorney, Family Department and the Chief Legal Officer.
Other duties as may be assigned by the Managing Attorney, Family Department or the Chief Legal Officer.

Qualifications:

Licensed to practice law in Texas.
A minimum of 1 year relevant legal experiences and a demonstrated, zealous commitment to Family Law.
Demonstrated trial and advocacy skills with litigation experience.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills.
The ability to think and plan strategically.
Ability to have a flexible work schedule.
Possess a strong work ethic and a sense of accountability.
Occasional travel may be required.
Excellent attendance record.