Civil Litigation Attorney

Job Overview:
A national civil litigation law firm is seeking an Associate Attorney with 1-3 years of experience in Michigan No-Fault insurance defense and Special Investigative Unit (SIU) matters. This position is based in Livonia, MI, with remote work flexibility. The ideal candidate will be a motivated, self-starter who can handle insurance defense, personal injury protection (No-Fault), and SIU cases, and will demonstrate strong academic, communication, and organizational skills.

Location:

• Livonia, MI

Duties:

• Handle insurance defense, personal injury protection (No-Fault), and SIU matters.
• Conduct factual investigations and legal research.
• Draft pleadings, motions, case evaluation summaries, and written discovery.
• Conduct examinations under oath and depositions.
• Provide trial support and argue legal pleadings as necessary.
• Independently manage a busy caseload and meet deadlines.
• Build and foster client relationships and accept constructive feedback.
• Maintain high standards of legal work and professionalism.

Requirements:

• 1-3 years of experience in Michigan No-Fault insurance defense/SIU matters.
• Membership in the Michigan State Bar.
• Ability to independently manage caseloads and work under pressure.
• Strong academic background with exceptional oral, written, and communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work with clients and foster relationships.
• Willingness to accept constructive feedback.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Must be licensed to practice law in Michigan (Michigan State Bar membership required).

Skills:

• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to conduct legal research and draft legal documents.
• Proficient in conducting depositions and trials.
• Strong interpersonal skills for client relationship management.

Benefits:

• 401(k) plan with matching contributions.
• Medical and dental insurance through Blue Cross and Blue Shield.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• Employee assistance program.
• Flexible spending account.
• Paid time off.
• Vision insurance.

This firm has offices located in Rhode Island, Pennsylvania, Michigan, and New Jersey. This firm offers its services in the following areas: appellate practice, class action defense, healthcare transaction and litigation practice, insurance coverage disputes and bad faith claims, no-fault and personal injury protection, civil RICO, false claims act/whistleblower, healthcare and insurance fraud and abuse, and insurance defense. This firm strives to provide each of its clients with the highest quality legal services. This firm has been practicing for over two decades and continues to represent a large group of clients in federal and state courts.