Family Law Attorney

About the Role

Warner Norcross + Judd LLP is seeking a Senior Counsel to join our Family Law Practice Group in our Kalamazoo office. This position offers an excellent opportunity for an attorney who enjoys litigation and client advocacy and is interested in building a long-term career in family law. While prior family law experience is preferred, it is not required. We welcome candidates with at least 3 years of litigation experience in areas such as criminal law, prosecution, or other courtroom-focused practices who are looking to transition into family law.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients through all stages of domestic relations matters, including divorce, child custody and parenting time disputes, child and spousal support matters, paternity actions, post-judgment proceedings, and other family law issues.
• Appear at hearings, mediations, settlement conferences, and other court proceedings.
• Draft pleadings and motions.
• Conduct legal research.
• Negotiate settlements.
• Manage discovery.
• Provide compassionate, practical counsel to clients during challenging and often emotional circumstances.
• Assist with basic estate planning and trust and estate matters (optional, as part of the Kalamazoo office).

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of litigation experience.
• Strong written and oral advocacy skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and case management abilities.
• Genuine interest in helping clients navigate complex family law matters with professionalism and empathy.
• Ability to work collaboratively while managing matters independently.
• Admission to the State Bar of Michigan, or the ability to become licensed in Michigan.

About Warner

Warner is a full-service corporate law firm with 230+ attorneys practicing in nine offices throughout Michigan: Bloomfield Hills, Detroit, Grand Rapids, Holland, Kalamazoo, Lansing, Macomb, Midland, and Muskegon. To learn more, visit www.wnj.com, or follow us on LinkedIn or Facebook.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Firm-provided life insurance and disability coverage.
• 401k with employer contribution or match depending on plan design.
• Generous PTO and leave policies.
• Firm holidays.
• Remote work flexibility.
• Wellness program.
• Employee assistance program.
• Professional development opportunities.

Our Culture

Warner’s cultural motto is “Fun, Pride + Profit...in that Order”. We build A Better Partnership through:

• Teamwork: Warner’s lockstep compensation model encourages teamwork and distinguishes us from our competitors. Partner and associate salaries are set based upon seniority, not total hours worked, fostering a collaborative environment.
• Diversity: We take an “all in” approach to DEI, engaging people at all levels to lead and participate in initiatives, ensuring broad support and success.
• Careers: Our culture of balanced personal and professional lifestyle allows us to maintain a 94% attorney retention rate, attracting talent from across Michigan and beyond.
• Community: Warner supports 150+ nonprofits, offers scholarships, and provides paid time off for community engagement, reflecting our commitment to giving back.

Warner hires top talent at every point in our organization. We seek dedicated professionals with diverse backgrounds who strive to support the firm and its goals. Our collegial culture attracts individuals committed to teamwork and client service.