Family Law Attorney

About the job

Austin's Best Place to Work Is Hiring Attorneys (1–3 yrs) $120,000 – $170,000

At Hembree Bell Law Firm, we help marriages end well. We’re growing fast and looking for an experienced, vibrant family law attorney to join our team in Austin. You’ll represent real families navigating divorce, custody, SAPCRs, and more — with heart, strategy, and strength.

If you ever find yourself up at night thinking...

“Ugh. I have to go back to that job tomorrow.”

The one that leaves you drained
The one where the work doesn’t feel meaningful
The one where you're surrounded by chaos
The one that’s just… not it. Then this job is for you.

Jump into a role that feels right

Something where your work matters, your team has your back, and your career actually moves forward.
Something that makes you proud.
That’s what we’re building here.

What Makes Us Different?

• Austin Business Journal’s Best Place To Work in 2026
• Inc 5000 List of Fastest Growing Companies in America
• Grown from 20 employees to 50+ in 2026
• Global 100 2026 Awards – Best Divorce Lawyer of The Year
• Best Place for Working Parents 2026
• 95% Cases did not have to go to trial
• 275+ Years of shared law experience
• 330+ 5 Star reviews of our work
• Because impactful legal work doesn’t have to mean burnout
  

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Because helping people shouldn’t mean burning yourself out
• Because serious work doesn’t mean you can’t have fun doing it
• Because we care more about your integrity and heart than your hourly billing
• Because we believe in mentorship, autonomy, growth, and humanity

What You’ll Do

• Lead your own caseload and develop creative, strategic approaches for every client
• Represent clients confidently in contested family law matters (hearings, mediation, trial)
• Help families find resolutions through negotiation, not just litigation
• Apply deep knowledge of the Texas Family Code and TRCP
• Counsel clients with clarity, compassion, and pragmatism
• Be part of a team that believes in winning together and growing every day

Compensation

Base: $120,000-$150,000 Salary + Performance-based bonus compensation (Quarterly + Annually)

$170,000+ OTE (On Target Earnings)

About Hembree Bell Law

HBLF is a fast-growing, family law firm based in Austin. We’re not your typical firm. We’re sharp, strategic, compassionate, and unafraid to laugh while doing deeply meaningful work.

We help real people through real-life messes
We protect kids, finances, and futures
We take our work seriously, but not ourselves
And we show up for each other, every single day

If you're looking for a place where you can do great work, grow your career, and feel like a person, not just a billable, we saved you a seat.

If you’re not working at Hembree Bell Law yet.. WHY NOT!?

Requirements

• 1-3+ years of experience handling contested family law cases
• Active Texas State Bar License
• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• Strong legal writing and analytical skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and organization
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Alignment with our core values: Teamwork, Excellence, Integrity, Service

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both your professional and personal well-being, including:

• Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (410(k) + Employer Matching)
• Generous PTO (Vacation, Public Holidays)
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance (Short & Long-term)
• Mentorship, professional development, and real opportunities for growth