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Gravis Law, PLLC

Family Law Paralegal

Scottsdale, AZ

$22 - $26/hr

Description As a Family Law Paralegal, you will perform a variety of paralegal and administrative tasks in our collaborative team-oriented culture. You will support your local attorney(s) and team by ...

Melone Law

Family Law Paralegal - Tampa

Tampa, FL · On-site

$47K - $65K/yr

C. is a fast-growing family and estate planning law firm with offices across Virginia, Florida, South Carolina, and Texas. Named one of the 500 fastest-growing law firms in the United States and ...

William Kirby Law LLC

Family Law Attorney

Moorestown, NJ · On-site

$65K - $100K/yr

Attorney at Law William Kirby Law, LLC Moorestown (Burlington County) New Jersey www.familylawattorneyphiladelphia.com We are seeking a Family Law Attorney to become a part of the WKL team. The ideal ...

Hembree Bell Law Firm

Family Law Attorney

Austin, TX · On-site

$120K - $150K/yr

We're growing fast and looking for an experienced, vibrant family law attorney to join our team in Austin. You'll represent real families navigating divorce, custody, SAPCRs, and more -- with heart ...

Kayle Jackson Law Office

Attorney at Law

Bozeman, MT · On-site

$80K - $130K/yr

We are seeking an Attorney At Law to become a part of our team! You will represent clients in legal proceedings, draw up legal documents and advise clients on legal transactions. Responsibilities:

Hembree Bell Law Firm

Family Law Paralegal

Austin, TX · On-site +1

$50K - $68K/yr

We're growing fast and looking for an experienced, vibrant family law paralegal to join our team in Austin. From strategy meetings to post-judgment client care, you'll blend sharp technical skills ...

Klie Law Offices, PLLC

Family Law Paralegal

Canton, OH

$45K - $56K/yr

At Klie Law Offices, we're more than just a litigation firm; we're a community committed to making a difference in clients' lives. As a Family Law Paralegal, you'll be at the core of our mission ...

Wilson-Goodman Law Group, PLLC

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Family Law Attorney

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$85K - $150K/yr

We are a growing and collaborative family law firm seeking an experienced attorney to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional who is passionate about family law ...

The Bowen Law Firm PLLC

Family Law Attorney

Houston, TX · On-site

$80K - $150K/yr

About the Position We are seeking an experienced and motivated Family Law Attorney to join our team. The ideal candidate is skilled in handling a full range of family law matters--including divorce ...

Wilson-Goodman Law Group, PLLC

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Family Law Attorney

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$85K - $150K/yr

We are a growing and collaborative family law firm seeking an experienced attorney to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional who is passionate about family law ...

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Industry UsageLicensed to practice law and offer legal servicesSupports legal professionals but cannot practice law independently

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Attorney - Family Law

Kraayeveld Family Law

Grand Rapids, MI • On-site, Remote

$100K/yr

Full-time

Posted 22 days ago

Job description

Join a Bold, Client-First Team of Attorneys in Grand Rapids


Are you ready to love what you do, thrive in the courtroom, and work with a great team and mentor?


At Kraayeveld Family Law, we’re a respected, litigation-focused firm in Grand Rapids looking to add an attorney to our growing team. Whether you’re an early-career litigator or an experienced family law attorney, we provide unmatched training, competitive compensation, and a collaborative team that supports your success.


Why You’ll Love Working Here

  • $80,000–$120,000+ annual earnings (base + bonuses) with clear paths to exceed the $120,000 earnings early on in your career based on performance. We expect our attorneys to earn in excess of $100,000 in their second year with the firm, even when they are recent law school graduates.
  • Excellent training program. We have an open-door policy to get help and training to become the best attorney possible.
  • After training, quarterly bonuses and profit sharing are directly tied to the collections of your fees.
  • Partially remote schedule after the training period, with flexibility and respect for your personal life.
  • No weekly evening or weekend work expectations unless you prefer to work those hours or you have a trial scheduled.
  • Dedicated billing & intake team — so you can focus on law, not logistics.
  • Participation in a robust training program for courtroom skills, client management, and family law practice.
  • Fun, supportive culture with Friday “Wine Down” meetings and a focus on camaraderie.


Compensation:

$80,000 - $120,000


Responsibilities:

What You’ll Do

  • Represent clients in family law matters, including divorce, custody, parenting time, support, post-judgment issues, grandparenting rights, and appellate work.
  • Handle your own full caseload and manage client relationships with empathy and strategy.
  • Appear regularly in court; attend mediations and depositions, and take ownership of litigation from day one (with mentorship and support as needed).
  • We take cases to trial, and you should be willing to do so.
  • Draft motions, pleadings, and legal arguments at a high level.
  • Some of our attorneys handle appellate work, and we have an option for a position to grow into a full-time appellate position.

Expectations & Requirements

  • Minimum: 110 billable hours per month (1,300–1,400 annually) with bonus tiers for performance. If you want to earn more and work more, that's an option.
  • Demonstrated interest or experience in family law litigation.
  • Willingness to grow with us and support our Core Values: Bold Battles, Blunt Truths, Boundless Dedication, Bigger Giving, and Better Together.
  • To find out about our Core Values, please visit our website at www.kraayeveld.com and watch our video.



Qualifications:

Who You Are

  • A licensed Michigan attorney.
  • A strong writer and persuasive speaker with excellent communication skills.
  • Goal-oriented with the grit to advocate for clients during court hearings and negotiations. You must exhibit tenacity to engage in Bold Battles.
  • Empathy to help clients through difficult times, but also be able and willing to share Blunt Truths with clients.
  • A team player who supports and uplifts others — we’re Better Together.


Sound like a fit? Apply today with your resume and a short note about why this role resonates with you. Following your submission of your resume, we'll ask you to take a personality test. Don't worry - there are no wrong answers. We just would like to know how you'll fit within our team.

If you have a writing sample to share, we'd love to review it as well.


About Company

We take the stress out of divorce and help clients build a better future. We are litigation-focused, client-driven, and committed to excellence in everything we do. Our team is known for being prepared, professional, and relentless in achieving results.

We are located in the historic Boardwalk building, which includes a swimming pool, gym, restaurants, and free on-site parking. We love our location close to downtown Grand Rapids!

To get to know us, please watch our video: https://youtu.be/iqnJP2_gSxI