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Vertis Wealth

Estate and Document Attorney

Kalamazoo, MI · On-site

$250 - $350/hr

Must be licensed in the posted state. Entry level attorneys will be considered. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills * Innovative and creative * E&O insurance required * Ability to ...

Vertis Wealth

Estate and Document Attorney

Lansing, MI · On-site

$250 - $350/hr

Must be licensed in the posted state. Entry level attorneys will be considered. * Must be available for client meetings to sign documents in the posted state. * Excellent written and verbal ...

Michigan Advocacy Program

Staff Attorney

Lansing, MI · On-site

$60K/yr

While we will consider entry level attorneys for one of our two positions, we are also seeking applicants with demonstrated litigation experience, either in court or administrative hearings.

Michigan Advocacy Program

Staff Attorney

Lansing, MI · On-site

$60K/yr

While we will consider entry level attorneys for one of our two positions, we are also seeking applicants with demonstrated litigation experience, either in court or administrative hearings.

Law Firm

Legal Assistant - Entry Level

Bloomfield, MI · On-site

$47K - $59K/yr

Provides day-to-day support to attorneys and legal support staff; primary duties include supporting the assigned products liability team and coordinating national discovery management. * Assists with ...

Morgan & Morgan, P.A.

Receptionist

Detroit, MI

$18 - $20/hr

Assisting attorneys, paralegals, and other staff with various clerical duties as needed Qualifications * High school diploma or GED * Entry level experience working in an office setting, preferably ...

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How much do entry level attorneys jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level attorneys in Michigan is $52,431.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $31,614.00 and $54,446.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Attorneys vs Paralegals?

AspectEntry Level AttorneysParalegals
Required CredentialsJuris Doctor (JD), passing the bar examAssociate's degree or paralegal certificate
Work EnvironmentLaw firms, corporate legal departments, government agenciesLaw firms, legal departments, courts
Job ResponsibilitiesLegal research, drafting documents, client consultations, court appearancesLegal research, document preparation, case organization

Entry Level Attorneys typically hold a JD and are licensed to practice law, handling legal cases and representing clients. Paralegals assist attorneys with research and document preparation but are not licensed to practice law. While both roles work in legal environments, attorneys have more responsibilities and legal authority, making their roles distinct despite some overlapping tasks.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Attorneys job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 74% Physical, 13% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $52,431 per year, or $25.2 per hour.

Estate and Document Attorney

Vertis Wealth

Kalamazoo, MI • On-site

$250 - $350/hr

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Re-posted 2 days ago

Job description

Estate and Business Attorney
We are looking for an attorney to assist our tax and wealth management teams with estate planning on a non-exclusive basis. You will be working directly with our clients and will have access to our team of internal Legal Directors and other professionals.
Principle Duties
  • Receive hand-offs from our Legal Directors to provide estate planning services for our clients.
  • Meet virtually or in-person with clients to confirm estate planning needs.
  • Typical work product includes revocable living trusts, wills, powers of attorney, healthcare directives, deeds, LLCs.
  • Draft estate planning documents using your own methods or use our document templates.
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest state laws.
  • Work with our team of friendly professionals.
  • Work with an established book of business: Households with average client assets from $1 million to $10 million
  • We give you clients because they are already our clients!

Requirements
  • Must be licensed in the posted state. Entry level attorneys will be considered.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Innovative and creative
  • E&O insurance required
  • Ability to lead and be decisive
  • Time management and organization
  • Collaborative skills to accept and turn ideas into strategies with help of tax, business, and financial advisors.

Benefits
  • Compensation: $250-$350 hourly
  • Uncapped earning potential based on client density in your area
  • Not exclusive. You can work with other law firms or continue to build your own. Vertis can be a great referral source to expand your work.
  • Exposure to financial planning
  • Flexible schedule

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