Civil Litigation Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a motivated Civil Litigation Attorney to join its Detroit, MI office. This role offers the opportunity to work within the General Liability and Transportation practice groups, collaborating with a team of skilled trial attorneys.

Duties

• Represent clients in all phases of civil litigation from inception through trial and appeal.
• Handle transportation and trucking defense matters, including motor carrier liability and FMCSA compliance issues.
• Manage general litigation matters such as premises liability, products liability, and commercial disputes.
• Conduct depositions, argue motions, and appear at hearings and mediations.
• Draft pleadings, discovery requests and responses, motions, and trial documents.
• Develop case strategy and provide clients with practical, cost-effective counsel.
• Participate in business development activities and maintain client relationships.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3-5 years of civil litigation experience in state and federal courts.
• License to practice in Michigan required; Ohio license a plus.
• Experience in conducting discovery, depositions, and motion practice preferred.
• Excellent research and writing skills.
• Demonstrated work ethic and commitment to excellence.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• License to practice law in Michigan.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple complex cases simultaneously.

Benefits

• Professional development assistance.
• Parental leave.
• 401(k) plan.
• Health insurance.
• Retirement plan.
• Vision insurance.
• Health savings account.

With over a century of experience, this law firm has built long last relationships. Their areas of practice include business and employment, general litigation, insurance, product liability, mass or toxic tort, and transportation. Their offices are located in Ohio and Michigan.