Associate Attorney - Litigation

Pay: $95,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a fast-growing, highly respected Michigan law firm handling sophisticated litigation matters for a strong client base.
• Gain hands-on experience with depositions, motion practice, trial preparation, case strategy, and client-facing work.
• Work in a supportive, team-oriented environment where attorneys are trusted with meaningful responsibility and room to grow.
• Build your litigation career with a firm that offers the resources of a larger practice while maintaining an entrepreneurial, collaborative culture.
• Competitive compensation, strong benefits, and long-term professional development opportunity.

Location

This is a hybrid position based in Farmington Hills, MI. Attorneys are expected to work in the office 3 days per week, with flexibility for focused work outside the office.

Note

Candidates must be licensed to practice law in Michigan and have 1+ year of litigation experience.

About Us

We are a growing Michigan law firm known for handling complex legal matters with a practical, strategic, and client-focused approach. Our team works with businesses, insurers, public-sector clients, and individuals across a wide range of litigation matters, offering high-level legal work in a collaborative and professional environment. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Handle a variety of civil litigation and insurance defense matters from early case assessment through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, discovery responses, correspondence, and case strategy materials.
• Participate in depositions, court hearings, motion practice, trial preparation, and client communications.
• Manage multiple cases and deadlines while maintaining strong attention to detail and organization.
• Work closely with partners, senior attorneys, and support staff to move cases forward efficiently.
• Analyze legal issues, develop litigation strategy, and help deliver practical solutions for clients.
• Contribute to a team-oriented culture focused on strong advocacy, professionalism, and high-quality client service.

Qualifications

• Michigan bar license required.
• 1+ year of litigation experience required.
• Civil litigation, insurance defense, PIP, or related litigation experience preferred.
• Experience with depositions, motion practice, discovery, and trial preparation preferred.
• Strong legal writing, research, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage deadlines, prioritize tasks, and work both independently and collaboratively.
• Professional, detail-oriented, and motivated to grow within a litigation practice.

Why You Will Love Working Here

• You will work on meaningful litigation matters with real responsibility and mentorship.
• You will be part of a respected Michigan firm with a strong reputation and continued growth.
• You will join a collaborative team that values professional development, inclusion, and high-quality work.
• You will have the opportunity to build litigation skills across case strategy, written advocacy, depositions, and trial preparation.
• You will receive competitive compensation, benefits, and a career path with long-term upside.

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Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance