Managing Attorney

$25,000 Signing Bonus | Fully Remote (TX-Based) | Real Client Impact 

Modern Family Law, a rapidly expanding national law firm specializing in Family Law, is seeking a driven, compassionate, and experienced Managing Attorney to join our talented team in our San Antonio office.  This position is remote, but you must reside in Texas to attend hearings or meet with clients in your assigned office. 

We are seeking a Managing Attorney to oversee the day-to-day operations in our San Antonio office while handling diverse family law cases and making a meaningful impact on our clients' lives. This position is critical in ensuring the productivity and profitability of the office by balancing legal expertise, team mentorship, and operational management. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a dedicated team in an exciting, fast-paced environment.  

Unlike other law firms, Modern Family Law offers you the following opportunities:  

• Low billable hours requirement (90 per month).  

• Direct client contact. 

• The satisfaction of meaningfully impacting people’s lives.  

• Competitive compensation and a wide array of benefits. 

• Learning and development support, including onsite and in-person.  

• A culture built on support and collaboration. 

To be successful in this role, the Managing Attorney will:  

• Oversee daily operations, productivity, and profitability of the San Antonio office. 

• Lead, mentor, and develop legal staff through training, motivation, and support. 

• Collaborate with Talent Acquisition and HR on recruitment and policy compliance. 

• Coordinate with other leaders to ensure cross-departmental support. 

• Conduct client consultations and provide legal advice on family law matters. 

• Represent clients in court, prepare legal documents, and negotiate settlements. 

Mandatory Notices for Applicants

ADA Compliance: All candidates and incumbents are expected to perform the duties as assigned so long as they can meet the expectations set forth with or without reasonable accommodations. Should a candidate or incumbent require accommodation, they need to advise the Director of People & Culture in advance.  

Compensation: $140,000 base + generous bonuses and commissions tied to billing and office profitability.  Additionally, we are currently offering a $25,000 signing bonus for this role.  The structure presented is a reliable estimate of the base salary plus potential commissions based on billable hours and collections that this individual is expected to receive.  Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience, location, billable hour expectations, and other job-related factors as permitted by law. Full-time employees are eligible for health insurance with an optional Health Savings Account (HSA), short-term disability, long-term disability, dental insurance, vision care, life insurance, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, 401(k) Retirement Plan, vacation, sick time, and an employee assistance program.  

Additional voluntary programs include voluntary accident insurance, voluntary life insurance, voluntary disability, voluntary long-term care, voluntary critical illness and cancer insurance, and pet insurance. Commuter and transit benefit programs may also be available in certain markets.  

• Five (5) or more years of devoted Family Law experience preferred.  
• Skilled in mentoring and leading a team, while fostering collaboration.  
• Exceptional writing and communication skills with strong attention to detail. 
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with a client-focused mindset.  
• Proficient in client counseling, case prep, case management, and courtroom representation.  
• Clear and effective verbal and written legal communication.  
• Able to manage multiple priorities efficiently.  
• Committed to delivering excellent client service.  
• Active admission to the Texas State Bar

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Work From Home