Lead Litigation Attorney | Pod Leader (Remote)

Mike Morse Law Firm; Southfield (MI); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Growth opportunities

Administrative support

Job summary

Mike Morse Law Firm in Michigan seeks a Lead Litigation Attorney to oversee a litigation pod, mentor lawyers and staff, and drive high-stakes personal injury results.

You will handle pleadings, depositions, settlements, and trials, ensuring excellence, client communication, and compliance with Michigan No-Fault Law and FRCP.

Remote or on-site arrangement with growth opportunities in a leading plaintiff firm.

Qualifications

• Lead and manage a litigation pod.
• Strong communication and leadership.
• Deep knowledge of Michigan law.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and support your assigned litigation pod (attorneys, legal assistants, and other team members).
• Prepare and review pleadings, motions, discovery, and case documentation to ensure legal excellence and readiness.
• Represent clients at depositions, mediations, hearings, and trials.
• Strategically manage cases from intake to resolution, maximizing client outcomes.
• Direct, review, and approve the work of pod members to ensure quality and alignment with firm standards.
• Maintain proactive, empathetic communication with clients throughout each case.
• Build rapport with clients, staff, and opposing counsel.
• In-depth knowledge of Michigan No-Fault Law, Michigan Court Rules, FRCP, and Rules of Evidence.
• Demonstrated ability to manage high-volume case dockets effectively while maintaining quality.
• Persuasive and strategic thinker with strong written and oral advocacy skills.
• Culturally aware, emotionally intelligent, and committed to excellence in service and outcomes.

Job description

Mike Morse Law Firm in Michigan seeks a Lead Litigation Attorney to oversee a litigation pod, mentor lawyers and staff, and drive high-stakes personal injury results.

You will handle pleadings, depositions, settlements, and trials, ensuring excellence, client communication, and compliance with Michigan No-Fault Law and FRCP.

Remote or on-site arrangement with growth opportunities in a leading plaintiff firm.