Construction Litigation Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Bloomfield Hills (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks a Construction Litigation Attorney in Bloomfield Hills, MI to handle sophisticated litigation matters in construction law alongside experienced litigators in a supportive environment.

The role emphasizes managing all phases of litigation, drafting briefs, and collaborating across practice areas with a client-first approach. A J.D. from an ABA-accredited school and active Michigan Bar membership are required.

Qualifications

• 3-7 years of litigation experience, with a preference for construction law.
• Additional experience in employment, transportation, or education law is a plus.
• Proven ability to handle complex litigation matters independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• A client-first mindset with demonstrated experience interacting directly with clients.
• Strong analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of litigation from pleadings through discovery, depositions, motion practice, and hearings.
• Draft persuasive legal briefs and motions and conduct in-depth legal research.
• Collaborate with attorneys across practice groups to deliver strategic, client-focused solutions.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships while contributing to business development efforts.

Skills

Litigation experience

Client relations

Legal research

Oral advocacy

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Construction Litigation Attorney in Bloomfield Hills, MI. This role offers the opportunity to engage in sophisticated litigation matters, focusing on construction law, while collaborating with experienced litigators in a supportive environment.

Duties

• Manage all phases of litigation, from pleadings through discovery, depositions, motion practice, and hearings.
• Draft persuasive legal briefs and motions and conduct in-depth legal research.
• Collaborate with attorneys across practice groups to deliver strategic, client-focused solutions.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships while contributing to business development efforts.

Requirements

• 3-7 years of litigation experience, with a preference for construction law experience.
• Additional experience in employment, transportation, or education law is a plus.
• Proven ability to handle complex litigation matters independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• A client-first mindset with demonstrated experience interacting directly with clients.
• Strong analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Education

J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

Active membership in good standing with the State Bar of Michigan.

Skills

• Comfort learning and working with new legal technology and software systems.

Benefits

Professional environment that supports career development. Values high-quality work and encourages meaningful client engagement.