Assoicate Attorney - Part-Time

NACBA; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Part time

Job summary

Legacy Legal & Business Services PLC seeks a Part-Time Family Law Associate Attorney to join our West Michigan practice. The attorney will handle hearings, negotiations, and client matters, with a consistent three-day weekly schedule.

The role emphasizes independent case management, courtroom work, and collaboration with an experienced paralegal team. Michigan bar eligibility and family-law background are essential.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in Michigan and in good standing.
• Prior Michigan family law experience required.
• Strong courtroom and motion-practice abilities.
• Ability to independently handle hearings and manage caseloads.

Responsibilities

• Handle family law matters including divorce, custody and support.
• Appear in court for hearings and trials as needed.
• Communicate with clients and opposing counsel effectively.
• Develop case strategy and prepare pleadings and motions.
• Collaborate with paralegals and other legal staff.

Skills

Family law experience

Courtroom experience

Motion practice

Negotiation

Legal writing

Independent case management

Paralegal collaboration

Education

State Bar of Michigan license

Job description

PART-TIME FAMILY LAW ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY

3-Day Workweek | Dorr, Michigan

Legacy Legal & Business Services PLC

Legacy Legal & Business Services PLC is seeking an experienced Part-Time Family Law Associate Attorney to join our growing West Michigan law firm. This position is designed for an attorney who can confidently step into an active family law practice and independently handle cases, hearings, negotiations, and client matters.

A Consistent 3-Day Schedule

This is a part-time position of approximately 24 hours per week with a regular three-day schedule:

• Monday: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
• Tuesday: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
• Thursday: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Occasional flexibility may be required for trials, evidentiary hearings, mediations, or other court-scheduled matters.

Why This Position

This role offers experienced attorneys the opportunity to continue meaningful courtroom and client work while maintaining a consistent three-day workweek. Our attorneys are supported by an experienced legal team and established systems designed to allow attorneys to focus on practicing law and serving clients effectively.

Legacy Legal & Business Services PLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Position Responsibilities

The Associate Attorney will primarily handle family law matters, including:

• Divorce
• Child custody and parenting time
• Child support
• Post-judgment matters
• Motions and evidentiary hearings
• Friend of the Court proceedings
• PPO matters, as appropriate
• Settlement negotiations and mediation preparation
• Miscellaneous cases and hearings as assigned

Responsibilities include managing assigned cases, appearing in court, communicating with clients and opposing counsel, reviewing and preparing pleadings, developing case strategy, preparing for hearings and trials, and working closely with the firm's experienced paralegal team.

Experience

• Licensed and in good standing with the State Bar of Michigan
• Prior Michigan family law experience required
• Meaningful courtroom and motion-practice experience
• Ability to independently handle hearings and manage an assigned caseload
• Knowledge of Michigan divorce, custody, parenting time, and support law and procedures
• Strong legal writing, negotiation, advocacy, organization, and communication skills
• Willingness to handle miscellaneous legal matters outside family law as needed
• Ability to work collaboratively with paralegals and other members of the legal team

This position is intended for an experienced attorney who can become productive with limited substantive training and take ownership of assigned family law matters.