Associate Attorney

ALAN B. COOPER & ASSOCIATES, PLLC; Michigan; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Job summary

Alan Cooper & Associates in Michigan is seeking an Associate Attorney with about 1 year of experience, preferably in Family Law. You will independently manage a client's file from start to finish, including trials, motions, discovery, and ongoing client communication.

The position offers a hands-on learning environment with a supportive team. You must be licensed to practice in Michigan and hold a JD from an accredited law school.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in Michigan.
• 1 year of legal experience (or equivalent as clerk or student, preferably in Family Law).
• Strong written and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple case files efficiently.
• Exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage Family Law and occasional small criminal cases, including trials and hearings.
• Drafting and arguing motions.
• Handling discovery processes.
• Communicating effectively with clients.
• Representing clients in all stages of proceedings.
• Maintain case deadlines and documentation in compliance with legal standards.
• Provide compassionate, yet aggressive, professional legal counsel to clients during challenging times.

Skills

Independent work

Advocacy skills

Communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Description

• Looking for an Associate Attorney with 1 year experience (or equivalent with student litigation or clerking). The area of practice is Family Law, and the Candidate will be responsible for independently handling the client's entire file, including Trials, Motions, Discovery, client communication, and other proceedings dealing with handling a client's case.
• Candidate should be ambitious, self-motivating, and hard working.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage Family Law and occasional small criminal cases, including:
• Conducting trials and hearings
• Drafting and arguing motions
• Handling discovery processes
• Communicating effectively with clients
• Representing clients in all stages of proceedings
• Maintain case deadlines and documentation in compliance with legal standards.
• Provide compassionate, yet aggressive, professional legal counsel to clients during challenging times.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in Michigan.
• 1 year of legal experience (or equivalent as clerk or student, preferably in Family Law.
• Strong written and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple case files efficiently.
• Exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills.

Why Join Us?

• Work in a reputable law firm with a 30+ year legacy of excellence.
• Gain hands-on experience in Family Law and litigation.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Job Type: Full-time

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Work Location: In person

Company Description

Alan Cooper & Associates, is a well-established legal practice specializing in Family Law, with over 31 years of service in the legal industry. Our practice serves clients across Oakland, Macomb, Wayne, Genesee, Monroe, and Washtenaw counties, handling Family Law cases and occasionally representing clients in small criminal matters.