Resident/Associate Attorney Spring '27

About the Role

Modern Family Law (MFL) is seeking 3Ls and recent graduates to participate in MFL Academy's Residency Program in Texas (Austin, Dallas, or San Antonio). This role is hybrid, requiring bar exam eligibility and state residency.

Residency Program

• Participants will receive training in substantive family law and courtroom advocacy.
• Mentorship will be provided by the MFL Learning & Development department and legal teams.
• The goal is to transition residents to an MFL Associate Attorney position upon passing the Bar.

Opportunities

• Remote-First Setting with brick-and-mortar space available.
• Low billable hours requirement (100 per month) as an Associate Attorney.
• Direct client contact and case management on matters involving divorce, child custody, financial support, and more.
• Opportunity to practice and develop litigation skills as first chair early in your career.
• Access to cutting-edge technology for caseload and communication management.
• Ongoing Learning and Development support.
• Transparent advancement tracks and leadership opportunities.

Compensation

• Resident Salary: $72,800
• Associate Attorney Starting Salary (Base): $115,000
• Associate Attorney Total Possible Earnings: $138,700 per year

Key Responsibilities

• Thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment managing multiple responsibilities with attention to detail.
• Work collaboratively in a respectful and growth-oriented team environment.
• Be eager to learn, grow, practice, and incorporate feedback.
• Complete training and develop skills in client conversion.
• Proactively study, build confidence, ask questions, complete assignments, and prepare to handle client matters from start to finish upon completion of Residency.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Register for the upcoming February or July Bar exam.
• Attain a passing score on the MPRE before sitting for the Bar exam.
• Timely submission and approval of Character & Fitness application by the State Bar.
• Submission of cover letter, law school transcript, and responses to candidate questionnaire.

Qualifications

• Experience in Family Law Clinics is a plus.
• Mock Trial experience is a plus.

Benefits

• 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 Anywhere (eligible after 6 months)