Family / Criminal Attorney (Litigation-Focused | Hybrid

Gauthier Law Firm, PC
Dallas, TX

We are a growing, litigation-focused law firm serving clients across the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex, with a strong presence in Collin, Dallas, Denton, and Tarrant counties. Our practice centers on family law, with additional work in estate planning and personal injury.

We are seeking a confident, courtroom-ready Associate who is comfortable managing family law cases from start to finish and wants to grow within a structured, supportive, and team-oriented environment.

What You’ll Do

  • Manage a caseload of family or criminal law matters (divorce, SAPCR, child support, enforcement, misdemeanor and felonies etc.)
  • Handle cases from intake through final trial
  • Appear in court regularly (temporary orders, hearings, mediations, and trials)
  • Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery (with strong paralegal support)
  • Prepare clients and witnesses for hearings and trial
  • Negotiate settlements while being fully prepared to litigate when needed

What Makes This Role Different

  • You will have dedicated operational support to assist with drafting and case management
  • Systems and software in place for client and case management
  • You will work in a firm that values organization, communication, and client respect
  • We maintain clear expectations and structured workflows
  • We believe in being strong advocates without burning out our team

What We’re Looking For

  • Licensed to practice law in Texas
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in family or criminal law
  • Someone looking to grow with us
  • Comfortable handling both contested and uncontested matters independently
  • Courtroom confidence (you’re not afraid to stand up and advocate)
  • Strong organizational and communication skills
  • A team player with a sense of humor

Bonus Points For:

  • Experience in personal injury or probate
  • Familiarity with courts in Dallas, Collin, Denton, and Tarrant counties

Work Environment

  • Hybrid schedule (3 days in-office, 2 remote)
  • Office located in North Dallas
  • Must reside in the DFW metroplex

Compensation & Benefits

In addition, we offer:

  • $2,500 signing bonus
  • Weekly pay
  • Aflac, Teladoc
  • Paid dental & vision
  • Mental health days
  • “Just Because” bonuses
  • Unlimited flexible PTO after 2 years

We don’t believe the client is always right—but we do believe every client should feel valued and respected. We’re looking for someone who is:

Confident but not arrogant

A strong advocate and a good teammate

Able to take their work seriously… but not themselves too seriously

If that is you....don't hesitate to share your resume with us!

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