Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney with 3-6 years of litigation experience to join its office in Northville, Michigan. This role offers the opportunity to engage with a diverse range of litigation matters, including employment law, professional liability, commercial litigation, and privacy litigation.

Duties

• Handle a variety of litigation matters involving complex legal issues.
• Collaborate with a diverse practice group on employment law and professional liability cases.
• Engage in commercial and privacy litigation.
• Assume responsibility for legal matters commensurate with experience.

Requirements

• Licensed to practice law and in good standing in Michigan.
• Experience in labor and employment litigation preferred; other civil litigation experience welcomed.
• Outstanding writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Motivated to be part of a busy national practice.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Education

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

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in Michigan.

Skills

• Strong analytical and research abilities.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Flexible hybrid schedule.
• Collegial and collaborative environment with low turnover.
• Direct client interaction and significant responsibility on complex legal matters.
• Formal mentorship, training, and development programs for associates.
• Competitive compensation and several annual bonus programs.
• Robust benefits package, including 401(k) plan, health insurance, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, and paid parental leave program.

With 15 offices concentrated on the two coasts, plus Chicago and Detroit, this firm has national reach and a rising stature. The firm prides itself on offering individual, corporate, and non-profit clients direct and efficient advice, and on charting a course which secures the best long-term outcome. If you are looking to practice litigation, employment, intellectual property, or corporate law at a firm that is just the right size, this could be an ideal match for you.