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Infographic showing various Big Law Attorney job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 94% Full Time, 3% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 78% In-person, 11% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $103,761 per year, or $49.9 per hour.

Associate Attorney - Family Law

Law Office of Bryan Fagan

Galveston, TX • On-site

$70K - $130K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 6 days ago

Job description

Associate Attorney - Family Law
Department: Legal
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Galveston
Reporting To: Kimberly Washington
Compensation: $70,000 - $130,000 / year
Description
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 focus entirely on your passion: practicing law at the highest level. We are a premier, fast-growing Texas law firm specializing in family law, estate planning, probate, and criminal defense. With 12 offices across the state-including Houston, Atascocita, Humble, Kingwood, The Woodlands, Austin, San Antonio, Dallas, and Fort Worth-we provide our attorneys with a powerhouse platform, a collaborative team environment, and a true work-life balance.
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.

What We're Looking For
A "battle-tested" advocate who is ready to step into a powerhouse platform.
  • The Credentials: A valid Texas bar license for a minimum of 2 years.
  • The Experience: At least 2 years of dedicated Texas Family Law litigation.
  • The Skillset: A fearless presence in the courtroom and the ability to manage a high-impact docket under pressure. You are 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.
  • The Tech: Proficient in Clio, TxDoc, Google Suite, and modern e-filing systems.

What You'll Get
We value your expertise and compensate accordingly. We offer a "Big Law" structure with a "Boutique" focus on people.
  • Competitive Earnings: $75k - $130k Base + a bonus structure with $70k+ annual upside.
  • The 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.
Equal Opportunity Statement: We recognize that diverse experiences, perspectives and backgrounds enable us to be an even stronger company and workplace. Not only will you be welcome here, your unique thoughts and opinions will be encouraged, celebrated and deeply valued.

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