Established and highly respected family law firm seeking an experienced Texas Family Law Paralegal to support a Board-Certified Family Law attorney with an active litigation practice throughout Harris County and surrounding counties.
This is not an entry-level position. We are seeking a seasoned family law paralegal who can immediately contribute to a fast-paced practice with minimal supervision.
Required Experience
- Minimum 3+ years of recent Texas family law paralegal experience
- Extensive experience handling family law matters from intake through final orders
- Working knowledge of Harris County and surrounding county local rules, procedures, and filing requirements
- Experience supporting contested litigation, mediations, temporary orders hearings, and trial preparation
- Strong drafting skills, including:
- *Original Petitions and Answers
- *Counter-Petitions
- *Temporary Orders
- *Enforcement actions
- *Modifications
- *Discovery requests and responses
- *Inventories and Appraisements
- *Mediated Settlement Agreements
- *Final Decrees and related closing documents
- Experience e-filing in Texas courts
- Ability to manage deadlines, maintain case progression, and proactively identify issues requiring attorney attention
Preferred Qualifications
- Bilingual (English/Spanish)
- Experience in Harris County, Fort Bend County, Montgomery County, Galveston County, Brazoria County, Waller County, or Liberty County family courts
- Familiarity with Clio or similar case management systems
What We Are Looking For
The ideal candidate understands Texas family law practice beyond basic administrative support. We are looking for a professional who can independently manage case activity, communicate effectively with clients, anticipate litigation needs, and support a high-performing attorney with excellence.
This Position Is Not A Fit For:
- Individuals seeking to enter the legal field for the first time
- Applicants whose experience is primarily legal assistant, receptionist, or administrative support work
- Recent certificate program graduates without substantial Texas family law experience
- Candidates looking to "learn family law" or make a career transition into the legal profession
If you require extensive training in Texas family law procedures, pleadings, discovery, court processes, or litigation support, this position is likely not the right fit.
We offer a competitive compensation package designed for experienced professionals, including hybrid remote/in-office flexibility, 401(k) matching, paid holidays, paid time off, and the opportunity to work directly with a Board-Certified Family Law attorney who has earned an exceptional reputation within the legal community.
As a boutique firm, we do not currently provide employer-sponsored health insurance. We value transparency and seek candidates who appreciate a professional, collaborative environment where experience, initiative, and excellence are recognized and rewarded.
Please submit a resume detailing your Texas family law experience and years of practice in the specialty.
Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible schedule
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Work from home
Application Question(s):
- How many years of Texas family law paralegal experience do you have?
- Which Texas counties have you regularly practiced in?
- What is your desired hourly rate?
- Can you independently draft a Texas family law case from petition through final orders with minimal attorney supervision?
- Please describe your direct experience drafting Texas family law pleadings, discovery, and final orders.
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Work Location: In person
