Abogado asociado

SUMNER & ASSOCIATES PC; Rochester Hills (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Courtroom experience

Paralegal support

Bar dues paid

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Bonuses

Job summary

Sumner & Associates, PC in Rochester Hills, MI is seeking an Associate Attorney with 0 to 3 years of experience. The role involves meeting with clients, appearing in court, negotiating, drafting, and managing own matters in divorce and family law, estate planning, and probate/trust administration.

Ideal candidates hold a J.D. from an accredited law school with an active Michigan license, are strong writers, confident communicators, and comfortable with numbers.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and an active Michigan license.
• Strong writing and client/court communication skills.
• Comfortable interpreting numbers/financial information.
• Organized, accountable and eager to grow into an independent Michigan attorney.
• Long-term career commitment with the firm.

Responsibilities

• Meet with clients and assess cases.
• Appear in court and negotiate on behalf of clients.
• Draft legal documents and manage matters from start to finish.
• Handle divorce/family law, estate planning, probate and trusts.

Skills

Strong writer and communicator

Comfortable with numbers

Organized and accountable

Desire to grow into independent MIatt

Education

J.D. from accredited law school

Michigan license active

Job description

About the job

We’re Hiring: Associate Attorney | Rochester Hills, MI

Ready to actually practice law?

Sumner & Associates, PC is a five star boutique firm serving families across Oakland and Macomb Counties, and we’re growing. We’re looking for an Associate Attorney with 0 to 3 years of experience.

This is not a back office role. You’ll meet with clients, appear in court, negotiate, draft, and manage your own matters in:

• Divorce and family law
• Estate planning
• Probate and trust administration

What you’ll get:

• Direct mentorship from an attorney with 35+ years of experience
• Real client responsibility and courtroom experience
• Experienced paralegal support and established systems
• Paid bar dues, retirement benefits, and paid time off
• Performance bonuses and room to advance

What we’re looking for:

• J.D. from an accredited law school and an active Michigan license
• Strong writer and confident communicator with clients, counsel, and the court
• Comfortable with numbers and financial information
• Organized, accountable, and eager to grow into an independent Michigan attorney
• We’re not just filling a seat. We want someone to build a long term career with us.