Employment and Labor Litigation Senior Attorney

Job Overview
A law firm seeks an experienced Employment and Labor Litigation Senior Attorney to join its practice in Detroit, MI. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in employment and labor law, providing strategic legal counsel and representation to employers.

Duties

• Defend employers in discrimination, harassment, retaliation, FMLA, ADA, and wage and hour cases.
• Prosecute and defend non-compete litigation.
• Assist clients with collective bargaining and traditional labor matters.
• Advise on compliance with state and federal employment laws.
• Draft and revise employment policies.
• Handle grievances, arbitrations, and unfair labor practice charges.

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years' experience in employment and labor litigation.
• Licensed and in good standing with the State Bar of Michigan, or eligible for admission.
• Strong interpersonal skills and superior judgment.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and articulate legal strategies.

Education

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

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in Michigan.

Skills

• Experience in taking depositions and arguing motions.
• Ability to prepare cases for trial and handle collective bargaining negotiations.
• Strong team collaboration and communication skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Professional development opportunities.

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.