Associate Attorney

Moffett Sims Gauthier & Willoughby, PC; Birmingham (MI); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401K

Benefits offered

Job summary

A law firm in Michigan is seeking a full-time attorney with 3-5 years of experience in insurance defense litigation, focusing on No-Fault PIP and automotive negligence. Responsibilities include preparing legal documents, conducting research, and attending court hearings. The ideal candidate will possess a JD degree, strong communication skills, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. This position offers competitive pay, 401K, and benefits with a hybrid work option.

Qualifications

• JD degree and membership in the Michigan Bar Association.
• 3-5 years of experience in insurance defense litigation.
• Strong skills in legal research and writing.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and draft written discovery.
• Conduct legal research and draft motions.
• Attend court hearings and manage day-to-day tasks.

Skills

Research and analytical skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Negotiation and dispute resolution

Ability to work independently

Teamwork

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Job description

Moffett Sims Gauthier & Willoughby, PC is a full-service law firm based in Birmingham, Michigan, with over 30 years of experience. The firm specializes in defending product manufacturers, retailers, insurance companies, contractors, and self-insured businesses through strategic, practical, and cost-effective legal representation. Our expertise spans multiple practice areas, including product liability, premises liability, construction defect, automobile negligence, commercial litigation, appellate practice, and insurance coverage. With a presence across the United States and Canada, our attorneys bring extensive experience in state, federal, and appellate courts. Notably, the firm serves as National Trial Counsel for a leading consumer product manufacturer across North America.

Role Description

Full-time attorney with 3-5 years of experience in insurance defense litigation, primarily in the areas of No-Fault first-party PIP, automotive negligence and bodily injury. The attorney will be responsible for preparing and drafting written discovery, conducting legal research, drafting motions, attending court hearings, and other day-to-day tasks associated with the role.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree and member of the Michigan Bar Association
• Strong research and analytical skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience in negotiation and dispute resolution
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to work full-time (Remote -hybrid- option available)
• Competitive pay. 401K and benefits offered.

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