The Opportunity

We are presently seeking a passionate and experienced Associate Attorney to join our dynamic legal team and handle a mixed caseload of family law and criminal defense matters. This is a hands-on litigation role for a self-starter who is ready to manage their own docket, own cases from intake through resolution, and grow with a firm that invests in its people. You will be in court regularly, close to clients during pivotal moments, and supported by a team that communicates and wins together.

Family Law

• Provide expert counsel and representation in divorce, legal separation, child custody and parenting time, child support, and spousal support matters.
• Draft and negotiate prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, settlement agreements, and parenting plans.
• Handle temporary orders hearings, Friend of the Court matters, mediations, settlement conferences, and trials.
• Assist clients in navigating domestic violence and personal protection order (PPO) issues.

Criminal Defense

• Represent clients in misdemeanor and felony matters from arraignment through trial and sentencing — including OWI/DUI, drug crimes, firearms offenses, retail fraud, disorderly conduct, sex crimes, violent crimes, and probation violations.
• Handle bond hearings, preliminary examinations, pretrial conferences, and evidentiary/suppression hearings.
• Draft and argue motions, negotiate plea agreements, and prepare cases for trial.
• Assist with expungements under Michigan's Clean Slate law and driver's license restoration matters.
• Across the Board
• Manage a full, active caseload independently while meeting all court deadlines and appearances.
• Conduct legal research and analysis to support case preparation and strategy.
• Draft and review pleadings, complaints, motions, and mediation summaries.
• Maintain clear and consistent communication with clients to provide updates and address concerns.
• Collaborate with attorneys and legal professionals across the Firm, and stay current with changes in Michigan statutes and case law.

• Licensed and in good standing with the State Bar of Michigan
• Minimum of 2–3 years of litigation experience in family law and/or criminal defense.
• Demonstrated courtroom experience — hearings, motions, and ideally trial work.
• Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Excellent judgment and organization, with the ability to manage a busy caseload independently.
• Genuine care for clients and the ability to counsel people through stressful, high-stakes situations.

A Plus (Not Required)

• Experience in both family law and criminal defense.
• Familiarity with Oakland County and surrounding Southeast Michigan courts.
• First- or second-chair trial experience.

About the Firm

The Friedman Law Firm is a client-focused practice dedicated to providing exceptional legal services in family law and criminal defense matters throughout Southeast Michigan. From our office in downtown Royal Oak, we serve clients across Oakland, Wayne, Macomb, Washtenaw, Lapeer, Monroe, and Genesee Counties. Our team is committed to advocating for the rights and well-being of our clients during some of the most challenging times of their lives.

As founder Lowell Friedman puts it: "We strive to provide a practical, skilled, and compassionate legal approach for everyone." We are tough advocates in the courtroom and compassionate counselors to our clients - and we are looking for an attorney who can be both.

We hire people who share our core values: perseverance, professionalism, accountability, confidence, courage, honesty, collaboration, commitment to our firm and clients, and integrity. We do the right thing, work together, and stay focused on achieving the best outcomes.