Commercial Litigation Attorney

Simon PLC Attorneys & Counselors; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Paid Time Off

401(k) retirement plan

Short-term disability insurance

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Simon PLC Attorneys & Counselors seeks a Senior Commercial Litigation Attorney in Troy, Michigan. You will manage sophisticated matters from intake through resolution, including trial and appellate work.

The role requires a JD, MI admission, and 10+ years in commercial litigation, with strong writing and negotiation skills, and direct client interaction.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to the Michigan bar.
• 10+ years of commercial litigation experience handling complex disputes.
• Ability to manage cases independently with strong client service.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial litigation from inception through resolution, including trial and appeals.
• Develop litigation strategies and draft pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Conduct depositions, prepare analyses, and coordinate with clients.
• Provide strategic guidance and communicate case developments to clients.

Skills

Legal writing

Analytical thinking

Negotiation

Courtroom advocacy

Client communication

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Our firm is seeking an experienced Senior Commercial Litigation Attorney to manage sophisticated commercial litigation matters from initial client intake through successful resolution. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned litigator who enjoys handling complex business disputes, developing litigation strategy, working directly with clients, and taking an active role in all phases of litigation, including trial and appellate work.

The ideal candidate is confident managing cases independently while collaborating closely with a highly experienced litigation team dedicated to delivering exceptional client service and results.

Location & Employment

Location: Troy, Michigan

Employment Type: Full-Time

Work Location: Onsite

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial litigation matters from inception through resolution, including trial and appeals.
• Review and analyze complex client documentation and develop litigation strategies.
• Conduct legal research and prepare legal analyses supporting litigation objectives.
• Draft pleadings, substantive motions, briefs, discovery requests and responses, legal memoranda, case evaluation statements, and other legal correspondence.
• Conduct and defend depositions.
• Prepare for and participate in arbitrations, mediations, hearings, and trials.
• Provide strategic legal guidance and practical business advice to clients throughout the litigation process.
• Maintain regular communication with clients regarding case developments, expectations, and strategy.
• Collaborate with attorneys and support staff to ensure efficient case management and successful outcomes.

Required Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Licensed and admitted to practice law in the State of Michigan.
• 10 or more years of commercial litigation experience, including significant experience handling complex business disputes.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage a litigation caseload while maintaining exceptional attention to detail and client service.
• Strong legal writing, analytical, negotiation, and courtroom advocacy skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• An established book of business is not required; however, candidates who bring an existing client base will receive commensurate compensation reflective of the value they add to the firm.
• Trial and appellate experience is strongly preferred.
• Experience handling complex commercial disputes involving contracts, business torts, shareholder disputes, and related business litigation is a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

We offer a highly competitive compensation package with salary negotiable based on experience.

Additional benefits include:

• Annual performance reviews with opportunities for performance-based bonuses and salary increases
• Healthcare coverage
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Short-term disability insurance

Why Join Our Firm?

• We are committed to providing sophisticated legal representation while fostering a collaborative, high-performing environment where experienced attorneys have the autonomy to practice at a high level. This role offers meaningful responsibility, direct client interaction, and the opportunity to work on challenging commercial litigation matters from start to finish.