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Stimpson & Associates, P.C. is seeking an Associate Attorney to fill this important role on our team. A desire to work in Family Law is essential to be considered for this role.
About Stimpson & Associates, P.C. - https://www.stimpsonlaw.com/
Position Summary: The Associate Attorney is responsible for managing a caseload, conducting legal research, drafting legal documents, and providing strategic guidance to clients. The Associate Attorney works closely with the Managing Attorney and with clients. They will also be proactive, an exceptional communicator, highly organized, detail oriented, comfortable with new challenges, and can work independently and within a team. Additionally, the Associate Attorney will adhere to the strictest level of confidentiality.
Compensation & Benefits: $70,000 - $75,000/annually - Full-time
Company-paid training, work/life balance, paid time off, and generous paid holiday schedule.
Education: Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school is required. Admission to the Michigan Bar and in good standing.
Experience: Previous experienceworking in a law office with a focus on litigation is preferred.
Other Requirements: Exceptional research, writing, and analytical skills, including ability to create written content. Fluent knowledge of Michigan Court Rules, laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process. Strong organizational and time management skills with a high level of accuracy. Proficiency in legal research tools and software (Westlaw, LexusNexus). Technologically savvy with excellent computer skills, including proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, SharePoint, Teams), database programs, Internet, and various cloud-based systems. Must have valid driver license and reliable transportation to travel to locations throughout the region. See full job description for additional position information.
Primary Work Location: Onsite attendance in the Ann Arbor office.
Encouraged to Apply: Candidates who may not yet possess all the qualifications or skills, who are nontraditional candidates, and those with gaps in their resume are encouraged to apply if they have a positive attitude and an eagerness to learn.
Equal Employment Opportunity & ADA Compliance: Stimpson & Associates, P.C. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, service in the military, arrest record (and all other protected classes in the State of Michigan or as provided by Federal Law). Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training. To ensure equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with a disability, Stimpson & Associates, P.C. will make reasonable accommodations for the known disability of an otherwise qualified individual, unless undue hardship on the operation of the business would result.
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