Pay: $100,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year
Why This Is a Great Opportunity
- Take ownership of meaningful family law litigation matters, including contested hearings, while building strong client relationships.
- Enjoy a diverse caseload combining family law litigation with probate and estate planning work.
- Benefit from a hybrid schedule that offers flexibility and in-office collaboration.
- Work alongside a supportive team of attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants who value collaboration and professional growth.
- Earn additional compensation through collection and origination bonuses.
- Advance your career with firm-supported CLE, paid bar dues, and professional development opportunities.
- Make a real difference by helping individuals and families navigate important legal challenges.
Location
Arlington, TX – Hybrid opportunity with regular in-office attendance required. This is not a fully remote position.
Note
This position focuses approximately 60% on family law litigation and 40% on probate and estate planning. Candidates must have independently handled contested family law hearings, including personally appearing in court and advocating for clients. Experience limited to drafting pleadings or preparing for hearings without independently appearing in court does not meet this requirement.
Probate and estate planning experience is a plus, but it does not replace the required family law courtroom experience.
About Us
We are a client-focused Texas law practice dedicated to helping individuals and families navigate complex legal matters with confidence. Our team combines personalized client service with a collaborative, supportive environment where attorneys are encouraged to take ownership, develop their skills, and build rewarding careers. We value initiative, professionalism, and a genuine commitment to achieving meaningful results.
Confidential Employer.
Job Description
- Manage a caseload consisting of approximately 60% family law litigation and 40% probate and estate planning matters.
- Independently represent clients in contested family law hearings, court appearances, motion practice, and case strategy.
- Handle family law matters from initial consultation through resolution, maintaining strong client communication.
- Manage probate and estate planning matters, including estate administration, heirship proceedings, and related legal filings.
- Draft wills, trusts, powers of attorney, medical directives, and other estate planning documents.
- Prepare pleadings, discovery, motions, and other litigation documents.
- Collaborate with paralegals and legal assistants to ensure efficient case management and timely filings.
- Manage deadlines, client relationships, and case strategy with a high degree of independence.
- Meet an expectation of approximately 120 billable hours per month.
Qualifications
- Active Texas Bar license in good standing.
- 1+ year of family law experience.
- Demonstrated experience independently appearing in court and advocating for clients in contested family law hearings.
- Ability to independently manage cases, develop legal strategies, and communicate effectively with clients.
- Strong legal research, drafting, negotiation, and courtroom advocacy skills.
- Probate and estate planning experience is preferred but not required.
- Ability to work collaboratively while managing responsibilities with minimal supervision.
Why You Will Love Working Here
We believe great attorneys thrive when they have meaningful work, professional autonomy, and a team that supports their success. You'll enjoy hybrid flexibility, a manageable billable expectation, opportunities to grow your practice, and the chance to advocate directly for clients. We offer competitive compensation, performance-based bonuses, comprehensive benefits, paid time off, and ongoing professional development.
JPC - 2253
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Requirements: Must-have:TX bar license. 1+ year of family law exp. Must have independently handled contested family law hearings exp. Preferred: Probate and estate planning exp.
All submissions must include the candidate’s Texas State Bar number. The submission email must also provide:
- Employment dates: Month and year (MM/YYYY) for the start and end of each position.
- Recent family law experience: A brief summary of the candidate’s recent family law litigation work, specifically identifying contested hearings they have independently handled and their direct courtroom advocacy experience.
- Required Years as Associate: 2+ years
- Salary Bands (Only if attorney role):
- 2 to 3 years: $100K to $115K;
- 4 to 5 years: $115K to $130K;
- 6+ years: $130K to $145K;
- exceptional fit up to approximately $150K.
Submission Email:Brandy - brandy@brandyaustinlaw.com
Quick Recruiter Reference
Arlington Associate Attorney role focused on probate and estate planning. Active TX Bar and 2+ years of directly relevant experience required; hybrid with required in-office time and 120 monthly billable hours. Target base is under $150K depending on experience, plus collection/origination bonus potential.
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- Client job title: Family Law & Probate Associate Attorney
- Location: Arlington, TX
- On-site, hybrid, remote: Hybrid
- Experience: 1+
- Good fit job titles/keywords for candidates: Probate Attorney, Estate Planning Attorney, Trusts & Estates Attorney, Probate Associate, Estate Administration Attorney, Wills & Trusts Attorney
- # of hires needed: 1