Family Law Associate Attorney

A law firm in Austin, TX is seeking a Family Law Associate Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate will have experience in family law, including client consultations, advocacy in various legal settings, and legal research. Proficiency with family law software, e-discovery tools, and strong bilingual skills in Spanish are essential. This role involves managing a variety of tasks, including drafting legal documents and advocating for clients in hearings, depositions, mediation, and trial.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Consult with potential clients and conduct initial case evaluations.
• Meet with clients to provide legal advice and update them on case progress.
• Advocate for clients in hearings, depositions, mediation sessions, and trials.
• Perform legal research and draft pleadings, discovery requests, and correspondence.
• Collect, prepare, and produce documents using e-discovery software.
• Utilize family law software (e.g., MyCase) for case management and documentation.
• Edit, bookmark, and index PDFs as required for case files.
• Ensure compliance with e-filing requirements and procedures.
• Manage and organize case files, deadlines, and client communications.
• Demonstrate excellent writing and proofreading skills.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar association (Texas).
• 2 years of experience in family law.
• Experience with MyCase or similar case management software.
• Proficiency in Westlaw and FormBuilder for legal research and drafting.
• Experience with e-discovery software for document collection and production.
• Excellent writing, proofreading, and editing skills.
• Expert proficiency with Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Advanced proficiency with Google Calendar, Google Docs, and Google Sheets.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to the State Bar association (Texas) required.

Skills:

• Proficiency with family law software (e.g., MyCase).
• Experience with e-discovery tools and e-filing.
• Excellent writing, proofreading, and document management skills.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines effectively.

Job Location:

• Austin, TX

Benefits Offered:

• Competitive salary
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Professional development opportunities