Commercial Litigation Attorney

Orionplacement; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Orionplacement, a respected law firm in Troy, Michigan, is seeking an experienced attorney to manage commercial litigation and business disputes. Candidates should have a JD from an accredited law school, an active Michigan Bar license, and a minimum of 3 years of litigation experience. Responsibilities include drafting legal documents, conducting research, and appearing in court. The position offers competitive compensation, mentorship opportunities, and a collaborative work environment. Benefits include dental and vision insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of attorney experience in litigation.
• Deposition experience strongly preferred.
• Proactive and resourceful approach in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Handle commercial litigation matters from case intake to resolution.
• Draft litigation documents including pleadings and motions.
• Conduct legal research and develop case strategies.
• Communicate professionally with clients and court personnel.
• Manage case files and deadlines while supporting litigation priorities.

Skills

Litigation experience

Legal research

Writing skills

Analytical skills

Verbal communication

Judgment and organization

Education

JD from an accredited law school

Active Michigan Bar license

Job description

Pay: $120,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a respected Michigan law firm with a strong litigation platform and a long-standing reputation for handling sophisticated legal matters.
• Work on commercial and business litigation matters with meaningful responsibility, client contact, depositions, court appearances, and trial preparation.
• Build your litigation career in a team-oriented environment that values strong writing, practical judgment, and courtroom development.
• Step into an active role where attorneys are expected to grow, take ownership, and develop real trial and client-facing skills.
• Competitive compensation, bonus potential, and flexibility for a standout candidate.

Location: This is an on-site role based in Troy, Michigan. Candidates should be local to the area and licensed to practice law in Michigan.

Note: Michigan Bar admission, litigation experience, and a commercial litigation, business litigation, or closely related civil litigation background are required.

About Us

We are a full-service Michigan law firm with a strong reputation for excellence, client service, and results across a wide range of practice areas. Our litigation team handles complex matters for businesses, organizations, and individuals, with a focus on practical strategy, strong advocacy, and long-term client relationships.

Job Description

• Handle commercial litigation and business dispute matters from case intake through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, correspondence, and other litigation documents.
• Conduct legal research and develop case strategy with experienced litigation attorneys.
• Manage discovery, review documents, prepare written discovery, and analyze case facts.
• Take and defend depositions, prepare witnesses, and support hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trial preparation.
• Appear in court and assist with litigation proceedings as needed.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and court personnel in a professional and responsive manner.
• Work collaboratively with attorneys and staff while managing deadlines, case files, and litigation priorities.
• Develop courtroom, deposition, trial, and client counseling skills in a sophisticated litigation practice.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Active Michigan Bar license in good standing.
• 3+ years of attorney experience.
• Litigation experience required, preferably in commercial litigation, business litigation, civil litigation, contract disputes, shareholder disputes, insurance defense, employment litigation, or related matters.
• Deposition experience strongly preferred.
• Strong desire to appear in court, learn trial skills, and grow as a hands-on litigator.
• Excellent legal research, writing, analytical, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong professional judgment, organization, problem-solving ability, and work ethic.
• Proactive, resourceful, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a collaborative law firm environment.

Why You Will Love Working Here

• You will work on substantive commercial litigation matters with real professional growth potential.
• You will gain exposure to depositions, court appearances, trial preparation, and client strategy.
• You will be part of an established Michigan firm with a respected litigation team and strong client base.
• You will work in a collaborative, professional environment where high-quality work is valued.
• You will have the opportunity to build a long-term litigation career with mentorship, responsibility, and room to grow.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance