Associate Attorney

Hawkins Parnell & Young, LLP; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan

Health & welfare benefits including medical, dental, and vision

Parental leave

Mentorship by experienced partners

CLE travel allowance

Job summary

Hawkins Parnell & Young, LLP is seeking an Associate Attorney in Detroit with 3-6 years of defense litigation experience, especially in toxic tort cases. Candidates must be actively licensed in Illinois and able to manage multiple priorities. The role involves managing a caseload of claims, attending legal proceedings, and drafting legal documents. The firm offers competitive compensation, mentorship, health benefits, and a supportive environment for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 3-6 years of experience in defense litigation, with toxic tort experience preferable.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Thrives in a high-paced environment with strict deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of litigated claims and prepare them for trial.
• Attend depositions, hearings, and mediations.
• Research legal issues and investigate necessary cases.

Skills

Defense litigation experience

Client-focused mentality

Organizational skills

Independent work ability

Education

Active license in Illinois

Job description

Associate Attorney with 3-6 years of experience in Detroit, focusing on defense litigation and toxic tort cases.

What You Will Be Doing

• Managing a caseload of litigated claims by preparing them for trial, including developing case‑specific defense strategies
• Attending depositions, hearings, and/or mediations
• Analyzing discovery, medical records, expert defense strategy, and motion practice
• Researching legal issues and investigating people, businesses, and worksites
• Drafting of briefs, memos, and client updates

What You Need to Bring

• Actively licensed and in good standing with the State of Illinois
• 3-6 years’ experience in defense litigation, with toxic tort experience a plus
• Ability to thrive in a high‑paced environment, requiring exceptional organizational skills, juggling priorities, and adhering to strict deadlines
• Client‑focused mentality
• Must be a self‑starter who can handle multiple projects with competing priorities and understand the importance of deadlines
• Ability to work flexibly and independently within a strong team

What You Will Receive

• Competitive compensation including potential quarterly bonuses, year‑end bonuses, and referral incentives
• Mentorship by experienced partners
• Camaraderie through work and social activities with the firm’s local and national attorneys
• Allowance for CLE travel and bar expenses paid by the firm
• Marketing allowance
• 401K plan
• Health & welfare benefits including medical, dental, and vision plans available
• HSA and FSA plans
• Company provided life insurance
• Company paid long‑term disability coverage and available short‑term disability coverage
• Parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program

To be considered for this position, attach a writing sample to your application.

Hawkins Parnell & Young is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.