Overview
Law Clerk – Justice Elizabeth M. Welch Term 2026 Jobs in Lansing, MI at Michigan Supreme Court
The Company
Friedman Vartolo LLP is a rapidly growing New York based real estate and default services law firm with 250+ employees across six states. The firm prides itself not solely on its superior legal product, but also on its innovative approach to business and problem solving. We offer a fresh, fast-paced energy, with a startup vibe.
The Position
At Friedman Vartolo LLP, we don’t just practice law – we shape the conversation around it. We believe our value to clients goes beyond the courtroom. It starts with insight: early, accurate, and actionable information about the legal developments that impact their business.
We’re building something rare – an industry-leading law firm that’s also the industry’s leading content provider. Whether it’s a shift in foreclosure procedure, a new bankruptcy ruling, or an overlooked regulation with major implications, we want our clients to hear it from us first – clearly, intelligently, and with real depth.
That’s where you come in.
We’re seeking a JD-level legal writer and researcher to anchor our content efforts. As a Legal Content Creator, you’ll dive deep into the laws that govern real estate, debt, default services, and bankruptcy – and write thoughtful, long-form pieces that help our clients understand what’s happening and why it matters.
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct Primary Legal Research: Stay on top of court decisions, regulatory changes, and legislative developments across our practice areas. You’ll be our eyes and ears in the law.
Write Long-Form Articles and Insights: Draft clear, well-organized content for publication on our website, in newsletters, and across our client-facing channels.
Support Timely Legal Updates: Turn breaking news into sharp, digestible updates – quickly, and with accuracy.
Collaborate with Internal Experts: Work alongside attorneys and client relations staff to identify issues worth writing about and ensure our content stays aligned with practice realities.
Maintain a Legal Content Pipeline: Keep a steady stream of ideas and drafts moving, aligned with what’s new, what’s changing, and what clients need to know.
Requirements:
Juris Doctor (JD) required
Bar admission not required
Superior legal research and writing skills
Genuine interest in real estate, secured debt, foreclosure, and bankruptcy law
Ability to write both quickly and thoughtfully
Precision and clarity in legal analysis
Strong work ethic and attention to detail
Comfortable reading and analyzing court decisions
Preferred (Not Required):
Experience writing legal content for external audiences (e.g., blogs, newsletters, publications)
Law review or journal background
Strong performance in legal writing or research classes (grades welcome)
Familiarity with tools like Westlaw, Lexis, or Bloomberg Law
To Apply:
Please submit:
Resume
1-2 legal writing samples (client-friendly, long-form, or academic welcome)
(Optional but encouraged) Law school transcript or writing course grades
Compensation/Benefits
We offer a compensation package that will be commensurate with experience and a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, flex spending, 401k and gym/fitness membership reimbursement.
ADA Compliance
Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of Friedman Vartolo LLP to provide reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or candidate with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship for Friedman Vartolo LLP. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact Recruitment at [email protected] to request an accommodations.
Location
Garden City, office
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Title: Law Clerk – Justice Elizabeth M. Welch Term 2026
Company: Michigan Supreme Court
Location: Lansing, MI
