Attorney

Coonen Law, PLLC; Michigan; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Coonen Law, PLLC in Michigan is seeking a skilled attorney specializing in estate planning and probate law. The firm prioritizes high-quality legal work and seeks someone who can lead client consultations, draft tailored estate plans, and navigate administration with compassion.

The ideal candidate will have 2 to 5+ years of relevant legal experience and a membership in the Michigan Bar. This is an opportunity to work in a people-focused, mission-driven environment committed to integrity and accountability.

Qualifications

• Licensure as an active member of the Michigan Bar in good standing.
• 2 to 5+ years of legal experience in estate planning or probate law.
• Exceptional communication skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead client consultations with clarity and empathy.
• Design tailored solutions and draft comprehensive estate plans.
• Guide families through probate and trust administration.

Skills

Client consultations

Drafting estate plans

Probate administration

Communication skills

Education

Active member of the Michigan Bar

Job description

Are You Ready to Do Exceptional Work With Exceptional People?

You've practiced estate planning and probate law long enough to know that some firms just don't get it. They're disorganized, rigid, full of drama, or content with "good enough."

Not us.

Coonen Law, PLLC is a woman-owned, mission-driven, fast-growing law firm helping families plan and protect their legacies--without court, conflict, or confusion. Our caseload has doubled year-over-year, and we're looking to double it again.

We believe in doing work that matters, leading with heart and integrity, and building a team where accountability is expected and excellence is celebrated. If you want to do high-quality legal work with clients who truly appreciate your guidance, we want to hear from you.

What You'll Be Doing:

You will handle a meaningful mix of estate planning, trust/probate administration and business matters, contributing from day one by:

• Leading Client Consultations: Guiding clients and prospects with clarity and empathy (no hiding behind stuffy legalese).
• Designing Tailored Solutions: Counseling clients and drafting comprehensive estate plans.
• Navigating Administration: Guiding families through probate and trust administration with compassion, including representing clients in court for probate, guardianships, and conservatorships when necessary.
• Taking Ownership: Managing your client files, deadlines, and outcomes while staying sharp on evolving estate and tax laws.

What We're Looking For:

• Licensure: Active member of the Michigan Bar in good standing.
• Experience: Ideally 2 to 5+ years of dedicated legal experience in estate planning, probate law or business planning.
• The Right Mindset: You don't wait to be told what to do--you see a need, take accountability, and execute it with impeccable attention to detail.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional ability to build rapport, trust, and grounded conversations with clients and team members alike.
• Commitment: A confidence in your ability to meet firm-established minimum billing requirements while maintaining high-quality work.

We're not your typical law firm. We are purpose-driven, performance-minded, and people-focused. Our core values drive everything we do:

• Accountability
• Elevated Client Journey; Grounded Conversations
• Unified Strength

If you're sharp, steady, and serious about building something meaningful for yourself and clients, we invite you to apply.