Labor & Employment Attorney — Michigan, Flexible Schedule

Miller Johnson; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Miller Johnson seeks a Labor & Employment Associate to join its collaborative Practice Group in Detroit, Grand Rapids, or Kalamazoo. The attorney will advise employers on counseling, compliance, and litigation across a broad range of workplace matters, with potential for labor support based on experience.

The ideal candidate is a strong communicator with excellent judgment, attention to detail, and a commitment to practical, solutions‑oriented guidance for clients.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Admission (or eligibility for admission) to the Michigan Bar.
• 4–6 years of Labor & Employment experience, including counseling and/or litigation.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical abilities.
• Excellent communication skills with a client-service mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day guidance on workplace issues such as hiring, discipline, termination, accommodations, wage and hour, performance management, workplace accommodations and leave administration (FMLA, ADA, PWFA and ESTA).
• Draft and update employee handbooks, policies, employment agreements, severance agreements, and internal protocols.
• Counsel HR teams and business leaders on compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Conduct or support internal investigations involving alleged misconduct, and employee complaints of discrimination, retaliation or harassment.
• Monitor legal developments and support client training initiatives.

Skills

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Judgment

Client service mindset

Education

J.D. from accredited law school

Job description

Miller Johnson seeks a Labor & Employment Associate to join its collaborative Practice Group in Detroit, Grand Rapids, or Kalamazoo. The attorney will advise employers on counseling, compliance, and litigation across a broad range of workplace matters, with potential for labor support based on experience.

The ideal candidate is a strong communicator with excellent judgment, attention to detail, and a commitment to practical, solutions‑oriented guidance for clients.