Description:
Overview:We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Associate Attorney to join our legal team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work across a diverse range of legal practice areas, including estate planning, family law, Michigan law and regulations, litigation, landlord-tenant law, and a big focus on Criminal defense. The ideal candidate will possess strong research and writing skills, demonstrate excellent negotiation abilities, and have experience with legal drafting and administrative tasks. This position is paid and provides a platform for professional growth within a collaborative and forward-thinking law office environment.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive legal research using tools such as LexisNexis and Westlaw to support case development and client advisement
- Draft legal documents including pleadings, contracts, memoranda, and correspondence with precision and clarity
- Assist in managing cases across multiple practice areas by preparing filings, organizing case files, and tracking deadlines
- Support attorneys during negotiations, mediations, and court proceedings to ensure effective advocacy
- Review and analyze legal documents related to estate planning, environmental regulations, immigration status, family matters, securities transactions, workers' compensation claims, personal injury cases, tribal laws, patent applications, and landlord-tenant disputes
- Maintain detailed records of research findings and case developments in the law office management system
- Engage in ongoing legal research to stay current with evolving laws and regulations relevant to various practice areas
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school with active bar admission or eligibility to sit for the bar exam
- Proven experience or internship in multiple legal practice areas such as estate planning, environmental law, immigration law, or litigation
- Strong research skills utilizing LexisNexis and Westlaw platforms for effective case analysis
- Excellent legal writing skills with the ability to produce clear and persuasive documents
- Demonstrated ability to draft contracts, pleadings, and other legal instruments accurately
- Experience with legal administrative tasks including case management and document organization
- Exceptional negotiation skills with a proactive approach to problem-solving
- Familiarity with legal procedures across various jurisdictions is preferred but not required
