Insurance Defense Associate Attorney

A law firm seeks an experienced Insurance Defense Associate Attorney to join its team in Troy, Michigan. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of experience in insurance defense litigation. This is an opportunity to take on a dynamic caseload, working independently and collaboratively with a team of experienced attorneys. The successful candidate will manage litigation matters from inception to resolution, including depositions, motions, and trial preparation.

Duties

• Take and defend depositions of witnesses, clients, and experts.
• Draft and argue motions, including dispositive motions, motions to compel, and motions in limine.
• Prepare pleadings, including complaints, answers, and discovery responses.
• Manage day-to-day case activities, including client communication and strategy development.
• Assist in appellate matters as needed.
• Negotiate settlements and represent clients in dispute resolution processes.
• Work both independently and as part of a team on complex cases.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Member in good standing with the State Bar of Michigan.
• At least 2 years of experience as a litigator, with a preference for insurance defense and civil litigation experience.
• Strong legal research and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated ability to handle cases independently and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to manage a full caseload and meet deadlines.
• Strong negotiation skills and experience in dispute resolution.

Education

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

Certifications

• Must be admitted to the State Bar of Michigan.

Skills

• Proficient in legal research, writing, and analysis.
• Experience with insurance defense litigation, including depositions and motion practice.
• Strong negotiation and client communication skills.
• Ability to handle complex cases with minimal supervision.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Benefits

• Competitive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance, with shared costs between the firm and the employee (for full-time employees).
• Fully paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance (for full-time employees).
• 401(k) with pre-tax and Roth options, with a 4% employer match.
• Section 125 Plan (for full-time employees).
• 17 firm-paid vacation days annually (for full-time employees).
• 8 firm-paid holidays each year.
• Perks include casual dress days, free Starbucks coffee, bagels on Fridays, concert and sporting event ticket giveaways, and Wheel of Fortune events with chances to win cash and prizes.
• Annual holiday party with a raffle featuring over $3,000 in gifts.

This position offers a fantastic opportunity to develop your career in insurance defense litigation with a supportive, collaborative firm culture.

This law firm based in Birmingham, Michigan, was founded in 1996. It is one of the state's largest collection and creditor's law firms. Its clients include national corporations, banks, financial institutions, lending companies, local businesses, and individuals. Its areas of practice include retail and commercial debt collection. It has achieved the highest rating of professional and ethical excellence awarded by Martindale-Hubbell.