Current Opportunities

Experienced Litigation Associate Attorney

Rhoades McKee is seeking an experienced litigation associate to join our nationally-recognized and thriving litigation practice group. Our team handles civil litigation matters, primarily representing individuals and businesses in mediations, arbitrations, and lawsuits in State and Federal courts throughout Michigan. As our practice continues to grow, we are looking to supplement our ranks with an individual who has a proven track record of handling disputes from initial client interviews through dispute resolution, and whom we could trust to handle matters independently or with minimal oversight. Candidates interested in this role will have opportunities to work with the firm’s corporate, real estate, and probate attorneys on issues involving dispute resolution and consistent interaction directly with clients, opposing counsel, and the courts.

Qualifications

Candidates should have at least 5 years of civil litigation experience and be licensed (or willing and able to become licensed) and in good standing to practice law in the state of Michigan. A transferable book of business (partial or full) is not necessary but would be considered positively.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply today to join our team here at Rhoades McKee. Please email your resume, cover letter, and writing sample to Sarah Vander Meulen, Human Resources Manager at firm@rhoadesmckee.com.

Environmental Attorney

Rhoades McKee is seeking an experienced Environmental Attorney to join our team. This attorney’s primary role will include representing clients with respect to a broad spectrum of environmental and natural resources matters under state and federal law, including due diligence, site remediation, regulatory compliance, permitting, brownfield redevelopment, insurance claims and disputes, environmental audits, litigation, enforcement, administrative appeals, and dispute resolution.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• Minimum of 7 + years of environmental law experience, preferably in Michigan.
• Independent thinker and worker who can also work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Motivated problem-solver with a strong work ethic who enjoys client interaction.
• Exceptional writing, analytical, and advocacy skills

This full-time position offers flexible remote work options and a comprehensive benefits package. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply today to join our nationally-recognized team at Rhoades McKee. Please email your resume and cover letter to Sarah Vander Meulen, Human Resources Manager at firm@rhoadesmckee.com.

Real Estate Associate Attorney

Rhoades McKee is seeking an experienced real estate associate to join our nationally-recognized real estate practice group. As our practice continues to grow, we are looking for an individual who has experience drafting and negotiating real estate purchase agreements, leases and closing documents, and performing due diligence in real estate transactions.

Rhoades McKee is a full-service law firm that maintains a culture of teamwork, trust, collaboration, open communication, and knowledge sharing. Candidates interested in this role will have tremendous opportunities to work with the firm’s corporate and litigation attorneys on issues involving real estate matters.

Located in the heart of West Michigan, Grand Rapids offers the best of it all with a vibrant and active downtown and close proximity to the lakeshore. No matter your interests and lifestyle, West Michigan has something to offer you. Founded in 1960, Rhoades McKee continues our commitment to offering a healthy work-life balance, an environment where colleagues are collaborative, and office spaces with state-of-the-art design and technology that encourages an interdisciplinary team approach to effectively serve clients. When joining Rhoades McKee, you will be acclimated through a comprehensive integration process based on practice group support, marketing resources, and business development initiatives that are tailored for your personal and professional goals.

Qualifications

Candidates should have at least 5 years of real estate experience and be licensed (or willing and able to become licensed) and in good standing to practice law in the state of Michigan. A transferable book of business (partial or full) is not necessary but would be considered positively.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply today to join our team here at Rhoades McKee. Please email your resume and cover letter to Sarah Vander Meulen, Human Resources Manager at firm@rhoadesmckee.com.

Probate and Estate Litigation Associate Attorney

Rhoades McKee is seeking a litigation attorney to join our firm in Grand Rapids, Michigan, with a primary focus on probate and estate litigation.  The Rhoades McKee probate and estate litigation group assists fiduciaries, beneficiaries, and families through sensitive, yet complex, litigation matters.  Rhoades McKee is a full-service law firm that maintains a culture of trust, collaboration, open communication, and knowledge sharing.  Candidates interested in this role will have a range of opportunities, including working directly with clients, handling depositions and court hearings, researching complex legal issues, and drafting legal pleadings and briefs.

Qualifications

Ideal candidates should have 3 – 7 years of litigation experience and must be licensed and in good standing to practice law in the state of Michigan.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply today to join our nationally-recognized team here at Rhoades McKee. Please email your resume and cover letter to Sarah Vander Meulen, Human Resources Manager at firm@rhoadesmckee.com.

Litigation Legal Assistant

Rhoades McKee is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to join our firm in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This position will support our highly specialized Litigation Practice Group team by:

• Providing administrative and clerical support for litigation attorneys
• Maintaining paper and electronic filing system
• Proficiently creating and editing complex documents
• Scheduling and billing
• Preparing legal documents
• Filing (paper and e-filing) pleadings in all levels of state and federal trial and appellate courts
• Communicating with court staff, as necessary
• Keeping current with changes in court rules and filing procedures

Qualifications

Ideal candidates will have at least 5 years of litigation legal assistant experience and possess the following skills:

• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Strong organizational skills
• The ability to multitask while juggling multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent attention to detail
• Must have the ability to work as part of a team

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply today to join our nationally-recognized team here at Rhoades McKee. Please email your resume, cover letter, and desired pay to Sarah Vander Meulen, Human Resources Manager at firm@rhoadesmckee.com.

Real Estate Paralegal

Rhoades McKee has an exciting new opportunity available for a Real Estate Paralegal. Candidates interested in this role will have the opportunity to assist attorneys on our highly specialized team in representing clients regarding a broad spectrum of real estate matters.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with various tasks and provide administrative support on a daily basis for multiple initiatives and projects.
• Communicate effectively with clients, and clients’ in-house and outside counsel, other paralegals, title companies, and lender representatives.
• Maintain closing checklists and generally manage the closing process in conjunction with the attorney team, including organizing and compiling signature pages and recordable documents.
• Order title commitments, surveys, appraisals, and other due diligence items and track due diligence and related timelines.
• Draft basic real estate documents, including closing documents, resolutions, certificates, closing instructions, and other closing deliverables.
• Review, analyze and prepare memoranda regarding surveys and title commitments.
• Other duties and opportunities as they arise.

Qualifications

Ideal candidates will have at least 3 years of real estate paralegal experience. Candidates must be highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to successfully manage multiple priorities. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply today to join our nationally-recognized team here at Rhoades McKee. Please email your resume, cover letter, and desired pay to firm@rhoadesmckee.com.

Labor and Employment Law Attorney

Rhoades McKee is seeking an experienced Labor and Employment Law Attorney to join our firm in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Our highly specialized team in the employment practice group counsels and represents business clients regarding a broad spectrum of labor and employment law issues. Candidates interested in this role have the opportunity to put their experience to work counseling clients on regulatory compliance, day-to-day human resource management strategies and tactics, recruitment, retention, and termination of employees, implementation of appropriate handbook and employment policy documents, and defense of clients in litigation and administrative proceedings.

Located in the heart of West Michigan, Grand Rapids offers the best of it all with a vibrant and active downtown with close proximity to the lakeshore. No matter your interests and lifestyle, West Michigan has something to offer you! Since 1960 Rhoades McKee continues our commitment to offering a healthy work-life balance, an environment where colleagues are collaborative, and office spaces that offer state-of-the-art design and technology that encourages an interdisciplinary team approach to effectively serve clients. When joining Rhoades McKee, you will be acclimated through a comprehensive integration process based on practice group support, marketing resources, and business development initiatives that are tailored for your personal and professional goals.

Qualifications

Candidates should have at least 7 years of direct labor and employment law experience and be licensed (or willing and able to become licensed) and in good standing to practice law in the state of Michigan.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply today to join our nationally-recognized team here at Rhoades McKee. Please email your resume and cover letter to firm@rhoadesmckee.com.

Holland Office - Attorney

Rhoades McKee is seeking an Attorney to join our office in Holland, Michigan, with a primary focus on real estate, financial services, business, and litigation. Rhoades McKee is a full-service law firm that maintains a culture of trust, collaboration, open communication, and knowledge sharing.

Qualifications

Candidates should have at least 7 years of experience and be licensed (or willing and able to become licensed) and in good standing to practice law in the state of Michigan. A transferable book of business (partial or full) is not necessary but would be considered positively.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply today to join our nationally recognized team here at Rhoades McKee. Please email your resume and cover letter to firm@rhoadesmckee.com.

Holland Office - Associate Attorney

Rhoades McKee PC is seeking an Associate Attorney to join our office in Holland, Michigan. This position will be exposed to a wide range of practice areas but with an emphasis in real estate, financial services, business, and litigation. Candidates interested in this role will have a range of opportunities, including working directly with clients, handling depositions and court hearings, researching complex legal issues, and drafting legal pleadings and briefs.

Qualifications

Successful candidates will have 2 – 5 years of experience and is licensed (or willing and able to become licensed) and in good standing to practice law in the State of Michigan.  Candidates will be expected to interact with clients and the community, be detail-oriented, possess a good work ethic, and have strong interpersonal skills.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply today to join our nationally recognized team here at Rhoades McKee. Please email your resume and cover letter to firm@rhoadesmckee.com.