Associate Attorney for Kalamazoo Office

Job Overview: A law firm seeks a motivated and dedicated Associate Attorney to join their team in Kalamazoo, MI. This full-time position offers an opportunity to provide legal counsel across a range of practice areas, with responsibilities that include client advisement, contract negotiation, legal research, drafting documents, and court appearances. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and negotiation skills and will be eager to take on challenges in a dynamic and supportive environment. This is a shareholder track position for the right candidate.

Duties:

• Provide legal advice and counsel to clients across various practice areas.
• Conduct thorough legal research and draft pleadings, motions, contracts, and other legal documents.
• Represent clients in court, including hearings, negotiations, and trials.
• Negotiate contracts and legal agreements with local and state officials.
• Collaborate with colleagues and work as part of a team to achieve favorable outcomes for clients.
• Understand clients' goals and provide tailored legal advice to meet their needs.
• Manage multiple legal matters efficiently, ensuring deadlines are met and clients are well-served.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar of Michigan (required).
• 3 to 5 years of legal practice experience.
• Proven experience in legal research, drafting documents, and representing clients in court.
• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to resolve complex legal matters.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Licensed to practice law in the state of Michigan (required).

Skills:

• Expertise in legal research, drafting, and court representation.
• Strong negotiation and contract drafting abilities.
• Ability to provide sound legal advice based on client objectives.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Profit-sharing plan (firm-funded).
• Life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage.
• Long-term disability insurance.
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• Parking and cell phone reimbursement.

Location:

• Kalamazoo, MI (In-person role, relocation required before starting work).

This position offers a great opportunity for a motivated attorney to grow within a respected law firm, with the potential for shareholder status. Join a collaborative team committed to serving clients across West Michigan while advancing your legal career.

This general practice law firm provides comprehensive legal representation to corporate and individual clients. Its major practice areas include corporate and business law, estate planning, family law, criminal defense, civil litigation, personal injury, and taxation law, civil litigation, personal injury, and bankruptcy. The firm was founded in 1943 and has a team of highly experienced attorneys. Its offices are located in Battle Creek and Coldwater, Michigan.