Litigation Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a litigation attorney for its Detroit, MI offices. The ideal candidate will have six to twelve years of experience in commercial litigation and a commitment to high-quality legal work and client service. The attorney will collaborate with a team to represent clients in various industries, including automotive, financial, and insurance sectors.

Duties

• Manage litigation matters of varying sizes, including large-scale cases.
• Analyze case materials to identify legal issues and strategies.
• Draft and review pleadings, motions, briefs, and responses.
• Prepare for depositions, case evaluations, arbitrations, mediations, and trials.
• Perform legal research.

Requirements

• Admission to the Michigan Bar.
• Outstanding professional and academic credentials.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in Michigan.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Hybrid workplace model.

This established large firm based in Detroit with offices in several cities in Michigan serves clients in matters that include litigation, labor & employment, banking, intellectual property, tax, and environmental law. Its clients range from corporations, large and small, governmental entities, and individuals with substantial business and charitable interests. The firms environment is collegial, and lawyers seem to enjoy practicing law as well as each others company. Compensation at the firm is average.