Civil Defense Litigation Attorney

Job Overview:
A law firm is seeking an experienced Civil Defense Litigation Attorney for its Southfield office to join its growing insurance defense, premises liability, transportation, and general commercial litigation practice. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney to take ownership of cases, develop litigation skills, and work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. The position welcomes candidates with at least four years of litigation experience and offers potential for career growth.

Location:

• Southfield, MI

Duties:

• Manage files through all stages of litigation
• Draft pleadings, motions, responses, and legal correspondence
• Handle all aspects of discovery, including taking depositions and drafting/responding to interrogatories and requests to produce
• Represent clients in court proceedings such as motion hearings, mediations, settlement conferences, trials, and evidentiary hearings
• Provide clients with regular status reports and communicate complex information effectively
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff

Requirements:

• Minimum of 4 years of litigation experience
• Experience with drafting pleadings, motion practice, depositions, and case management
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Admission to the State Bar of Michigan and in good standing
• Excellent persuasive writing, legal research, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Strong professional judgment, analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage a busy case load while meeting deadlines and paying attention to detail

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Admission to the State Bar of Michigan (Required)

Skills:

• Persuasive writing and legal research
• Strong oral and written communication
• Excellent interpersonal and client management skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail under pressure

Benefits:

• Hybrid work policy after successful in-person training
• Competitive starting salary with potential for annual bonuses
• Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Selection of voluntary plans to meet personal needs