Associate Attorney needed for Farmington Hills office

Job Overview:

A law firm seeks a skilled and motivated Associate Attorney with 2-5 years of experience in litigation, transactional law, or employment law to join its team in Farmington Hills, MI. The ideal candidate will manage complex legal matters, providing top-tier service to clients while collaborating with senior attorneys. This role requires excellent legal research, writing, and communication skills, along with the ability to handle a variety of cases effectively.

Duties:

• Represent clients in litigation, transactional, or employment law cases.
• Conduct thorough legal research and draft high-quality briefs, motions, and legal memoranda.
• Attend court hearings, depositions, and client meetings as part of case preparation and representation.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and legal documents.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys to develop case strategies and manage legal matters.
• Provide sound legal advice to clients across various industries.
• Stay informed on changes in relevant laws and regulations to offer the best legal counsel.

Requirements:

• 2-5 years of experience in litigation, transactional law, or employment law.
• Strong legal research and writing skills, with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and meet deadlines.
• Strong oral and written communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently and within a team setting.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active license to practice law in Michigan or eligibility to obtain one.

Skills:

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for client interaction.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and Microsoft Office Suite.
• High ethical standards and professionalism.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical insurance.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development.
• A collaborative work environment with mentorship opportunities.
• Access to continued legal education and training.

This position offers a fantastic opportunity for an attorney seeking a challenging yet rewarding career in a supportive and dynamic firm. If you are a driven legal professional with a passion for providing excellent client service, this role will allow you to develop your expertise and advance your career in the legal field.

This full-service law firm focuses its practice primarily on education law and representing public school districts, public school academies, intermediate school districts, and community colleges. Its major practice areas include revised school code, labor and employment law, litigation, special education, student rights and responsibilities, municipal finance, and school construction. Its office is located in Farmington Hills, Michigan.