Associate Attorney needed for Detroit office

Job Overview:
A well-established defense-oriented law firm is seeking a full-time Associate Attorney to join its Senior Living and Litigation Practice Group in Detroit, Michigan. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with a strong foundation in litigation and a focus on delivering high-quality legal representation in matters involving healthcare facilities, senior living providers, and related liability issues. The role offers the opportunity to handle complex cases, engage with clients, and contribute to a collaborative legal team.

Location:

• Detroit, Michigan

Duties:

• Draft and file legal documents, including motions, pleadings, and discovery requests

• Participate in all stages of the discovery process, including depositions and document review

• Perform legal research and prepare memoranda and case analyses

• Represent clients in court proceedings, hearings, and depositions

• Negotiate settlements and communicate effectively with opposing counsel

• Summarize and evaluate depositions, expert reports, and case materials

• Work independently while maintaining strong collaboration with the litigation team

• Assist in client counseling, strategy development, and risk assessment

Requirements:

• JD degree from an accredited U.S. law school

• Licensed to practice law in Michigan or awaiting bar results if taken within the last six months

• Demonstrated experience or strong interest in litigation and healthcare-related matters

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Proven ability to manage deadlines, multitask, and prioritize in a fast-paced legal setting

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school

Certifications:

• Licensed to practice law in the State of Michigan, or bar exam recently completed

Skills:

• Exceptional persuasive writing and analytical abilities

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for working with diverse stakeholders

• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and integrity

• Legal research proficiency and familiarity with litigation procedures

• Strategic thinking and attention to detail

• Experience with billing software preferred

• Strong organizational and time management skills

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience

• Professional development opportunities in a supportive legal environment

• Potential for long-term advancement within a respected litigation team

• Exposure to complex litigation and client advisory work in healthcare and senior living sectors

This law firm was founded over four decades ago with experience in litigation involving malpractice or product liability cases. Their areas of practice include appellate, mass tort, insurance, immigration, government, employment, labor, real estate, workers' compensation, and general litigation. Their offices are located in Illinois, Michigan, and Ohio.