Litigation Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Birmingham (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance with optional HSA/FSA

Short and long-term disability insurance

Dental and vision care

Life insurance and 401K plan

Vacation and sick time

Parking/public transportation allowance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a Litigation Associate for its Birmingham, MI office. The ideal candidate will focus on national product liability defense, requiring 4-6 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities include preparing for trials, conducting depositions, and managing client relationships. Candidates must be detail-oriented, licensed to practice law in Michigan, and able to travel for work. The firm offers various benefits, including health insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in Michigan or eligible for admission without examination.
• Detail-oriented with strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to travel and work at least 3 days in the office.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for trials, including managing files and motion practice.
• Conduct depositions and engage in expert challenges.
• Perform legal research and draft legal documents.
• Negotiate settlements and manage client relationships.
• Collaborate with a high-volume practice team.

Skills

Strong research, writing, and negotiation abilities

Experience in trial preparation and motion practice

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Litigation Associate for its Birmingham, MI office. The role focuses on national product liability defense across the United States, requiring 4-6 years of relevant experience.

Duties

• Prepare for trials, including managing files and motion practice.
• Conduct depositions and engage in expert challenges.
• Perform legal research and draft legal documents.
• Negotiate settlements and manage client relationships.
• Collaborate with a high-volume practice team.

Requirements

• Licensed to practice law in Michigan or eligible for admission without examination.
• Detail-oriented with strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to travel and work at least 3 days in the office.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

Active Michigan State Bar membership.

Skills

• Strong research, writing, and negotiation abilities.
• Experience in trial preparation and motion practice.

Benefits

• Health insurance with optional HSA/FSA.
• Short and long-term disability insurance.
• Dental and vision care.
• Life insurance and 401K plan.
• Vacation and sick time.
• Parking/public transportation allowance.
• Employee assistance program.