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Litigation Associate

Top Ranked by BCG

Type Full-Time

Location Michigan - Detroit

Job ID HG25418884

Experience Level Midlevel Associate

Job Experience Min. 5 Years

Ranking 4 : Medium to Large Business $$$$

Estimated Salary Highest Salary Band in the Market

Practice Areas Litigation - Commercial

2026-05-18 06:22:07

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Litigation Associate to join their team in Detroit, MI. This position offers the opportunity for meaningful involvement in commercial litigation matters, providing a platform for professional growth and development.

Duties

  • Drive strategy on assigned litigation matters.
  • Draft and supervise major legal filings.
  • Manage discovery processes effectively.
  • Take and defend depositions with confidence.
  • Prepare witnesses for court proceedings.
  • Engage directly with clients to address their legal needs.

Requirements

  • Approximately 5 years of commercial litigation experience in a law firm setting.
  • Excellent writing skills and sound judgment.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain momentum on cases.
  • Strong deposition experience and client-facing skills.
  • Licensed to practice law in Michigan or Ohio, or eligible for admission by examination or waiver.

Education

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

Certifications

  • Bar admission in Michigan or Ohio.

Skills

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Proficiency in legal research and writing.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • Engagement in sophisticated legal work.

One of the largest and oldest firms in Michigan, this highly respected powerhouse has serviced its clients for over 100 years and has offices throughout Michigan, on the east and south coasts and in Europe. This firm provides general legal services in the traditional practice areas including banking, business, litigation, labor and employment, IP and e-commerce, employee benefits, trusts and estates and tax. It also has several specialty areas including financial institutions, health care, immigration, insurance, real estate, and telecommunications. Interestingly enough, as old as this firm is, it has really tapped into a successful approach to providing legal services to its varied clients. It hires professionals from a wide variety of backgrounds with different skill sets. Many of the attorneys at this firm have accounting, engineering, political, economics, mathematics, tax, and business management backgrounds. The firm has also been known to hire former in-house counsel. This diversity helps the firm service its broad range of clients, which include individuals, small, medium and large businesses, publicly traded companies, trusts, and hospitals. This firm hires laterals but does so for specific needs. It seeks team players who have a variety of skills, fit within the firm's current practice area framework and who add some additional value to the firm. If you fit this bill, you'll thrive at this firm.

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