Associate Litigation Attorney

Schneiderman & Sherman, PC; Farmington Hills (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Schneiderman & Sherman, PC in Farmington Hills, MI seeks an Associate Litigation Attorney to join its creditors’ rights and default servicing practice. You will manage foreclosure, eviction, title, and bankruptcy‑related litigation for lenders and financial institutions, draft pleadings, and represent clients in hearings and trials.

Qualified candidates hold a JD from an accredited law school, active Michigan Bar admission, and litigation experience with strong research, writing, and advocacy

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Active admission to the State Bar of Michigan in good standing.
• Litigation experience with court appearances.
• Knowledge of Michigan court procedures.
• Strong research, writing, and advocacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Handle foreclosure, eviction, title, and bankruptcy-related litigation for lenders and financial institutions.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery documents, and settlement letters.
• Develop and execute litigation strategies for complex cases.
• Represent clients in hearings, settlement conferences, mediations, and trials.
• Manage discovery and resolve disputes.
• Analyze title issues and loan enforcement matters.
• Negotiate settlements and advise on foreclosure implications.

Skills

Litigation experience

Legal research

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Analytical thinking

Time management

Client service

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Associate Litigation Attorney

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Organising Institution / Firm

Rolling Basis (Official)

Farmington Hills, MI, United States

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Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school; active admission to the State Bar of Michigan and in good standing; litigation experience; knowledge of Michigan court procedures; strong legal research, analytical, and problem‑solving skills; excellent legal writing and drafting skills; strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to advocate for clients; strong organizational and time‑management skills; commitment to client service

Job

Full Opportunity Brief

Schneiderman & Sherman, PC is hiring an Associate Litigation Attorney in Farmington Hills, MI to join its creditors’ rights and default servicing practice. The role involves managing foreclosure, eviction, title, and bankruptcy‑related litigation for lenders and financial institutions.

Key Eligibility Criteria

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Active admission to the State Bar of Michigan and in good standing
• Litigation experience with ability to manage matters and appear in court
• Knowledge of Michigan court procedures and rules
• Strong legal research, writing, and advocacy skills

Responsibilities & Scope of Work

• Handle contested, judicial, and commercial foreclosure matters from referral to resolution
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery documents, and settlement letters
• Develop and execute litigation strategies for complex cases
• Represent clients in hearings, settlement conferences, mediations, and trials
• Manage discovery, including drafting, responding, and resolving disputes
• Analyze title issues, guaranty enforcement, and commercial loan structures
• Negotiate settlements and advise clients on foreclosure, eviction, and bankruptcy implications

Stipend & Compensation

Not specified.