Family Law - General Attorney in Austin, TX

Government

Austin, TX

Family Law - General Attorney in Austin, TX

Attorney

Min 2 yrs required

No

Job Title: Assistant Attorney General I

Job Responsibilities:
- Represent the State of Texas in legal proceedings to locate, establish, enforce, modify, or terminate court orders for child support and medical support.
- Represent the State of Texas in administrative hearings.
- Provide legal advice, consultation, and technical assistance to the Child Support Program.
- Develop and deliver training related to child support and family law.
- Perform related work as assigned by the department.
- Maintain relevant knowledge necessary to perform essential job functions effectively.
- Attend work regularly in compliance with the agreed-upon work schedule.
- Ensure the security and confidentiality of sensitive and/or protected information.
- Comply with all agency policies and procedures, including those pertaining to ethics and integrity.

Education and Experience Information:
- Education: Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctor (.) degree.
- Licensed as an attorney by the State of Texas.
- Must be in good standing with the State Bar of Texas and eligible to practice law in Texas by the start date.
- Knowledge of Family Law and the Texas Family Code is required.
- Skill in legal writing, mediation, and negotiation.
- Skill in serving as a trial lawyer, preparing sound opinions, conducting investigations, and performing legal research.
- Competence in using a personal computer for word-processing and data entry/retrieval.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritize, and meet deadlines.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment and effective decision-making.
- Capability to receive and respond positively to constructive feedback.
- Ability to work cooperatively with others in a professional office environment.
- Ability to provide excellent customer service.
- Ability to work in person at the assigned work location, perform all assigned tasks at the designated workspace, and collaborate in-person with coworkers for the entirety of every work week (unless on approved leave).
- Ability to arrange for personal transportation for business-related travel.
- Ability to work more than 40 hours as needed and in compliance with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
- Ability to lift and relocate 30 lbs.
- Ability to travel (including overnight travel) up to 25%.

Preferred Qualifications:
- Two years’ experience in handling Family Law cases.
- Jury trial experience.
- Experience in handling a high-volume legal practice.
- Other Language: Ability to proficiently read, write, and speak Spanish.

Salary Information:
- Salary (Pay Basis): $6, monthly.

This position is part of a mission-driven legal work environment within the Child Support Division of the **Members Only** (OAG). The role is dedicated to promoting responsible parenting by ensuring that children in Texas receive the support they need. The position offers the opportunity to gain significant trial court experience, develop skills in negotiating court orders, and become a subject-matter expert in family law. There is a strong emphasis on public service, work-life balance, and professional development within a supportive statewide team. The role requires some travel within Texas and offers excellent benefits and opportunities for making a positive difference in the lives of Texans.