Associate Attorney
Company: SUMNER & ASSOCIATES PC
Location: Rochester
Posted on: February 25, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Associate Attorney – Family Law,
Estate Planning & Probate Rochester Hills, Michigan We are seeking
a capable, motivated Associate Attorney (1–3 years experience) to
join our growing practice focused on divorce, estate planning, and
probate. This role is ideal for an attorney who wants to practice
law—not just assist —with meaningful responsibility, direct client
interaction, and the opportunity to grow into a confident,
well?rounded practitioner. This Role Is a Strong Fit If You: Are
comfortable managing files independently Want hands?on
responsibility (not just research or drafting) Communicate clearly
and professionally with clients and opposing counsel Take pride in
preparation, organization, and follow?through Want to build
long?term skills in family law and estate work If you’re looking
for a position where your work matters and your judgment is
trusted, this may be the right fit. What You’ll Do: Handle divorce
and family law matters from intake through resolution Draft and
execute estate planning documents (wills, trusts, powers of
attorney) Manage probate and trust administration matters Appear in
court and mediation, communicate directly with clients, and move
cases forward Work closely with experienced attorneys and support
staff to ensure efficient case progression You will not be
micromanaged—but you will be supported and expected to take
ownership of your cases. What We’re Looking For: Licensed Michigan
attorney in good standing 1–3 years of hands?on legal experience
(family law, probate, or estate planning preferred) Comfortable
handling client matters with minimal supervision Strong written and
verbal communication skills Organized, reliable, and professional
Interested in long?term growth with a stable firm What We Offer:
Competitive salary based on experience Performance?based bonus
opportunities Supportive, team?oriented culture Meaningful client
work (not churn?and?burn) Opportunity to expand skills across
multiple practice areas Compensation: $75,000 – $95,000 ,
commensurate with experience Bonus potential based on performance
and productivity
Keywords: SUMNER & ASSOCIATES PC, Detroit , Associate Attorney, Legal , Rochester, Michigan
