Litigation Associate Attorney - Michigan

Beacon Hill Staffing Group; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 170,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Hill Staffing Group is seeking a mid-level to senior Litigation Associate to join its growing Michigan practice, with a preference for Grand Rapids and openness to SE Michigan. The role offers exposure to sophisticated business disputes and the opportunity to take meaningful responsibility for matters.

Candidates will handle state and federal commercial litigation, draft pleadings, manage discovery, conduct research, and collaborate with clients and other attorneys.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and bar admission or ability to obtain admission.
• Prior litigation experience and ability to handle state and federal matters.
• Strong research, writing and advocacy skills with attention to client service.

Responsibilities

• Handle commercial and business litigation matters in state and federal courts.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other substantive filings.
• Manage discovery and take and defend depositions.
• Participate in hearings, mediations, arbitrations and trial preparation.
• Conduct legal research and develop case strategy.
• Communicate directly with clients and collaborate with other attorneys.
• Manage matters independently based on experience level.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Advocacy skills

Litigation experience

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Beacon Hill was founded to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing. A top Michigan firm is seeking a mid-level to senior level Litigation Associate to join its growing practice. The role offers exposure to a broad range of sophisticated business disputes and the opportunity to take meaningful responsibility for matters.

Candidates can sit in any of the Michigan offices with a preference to those in Grand Rapids, but will equally consider those in SE Michigan.

Responsibilities

• Handle commercial and business litigation matters in state and federal courts
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other substantive filings
• Manage discovery and take and defend depositions
• Participate in hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trial preparation
• Conduct legal research and develop case strategy
• Communicate directly with clients and collaborate with other attorneys
• Manage matters independently based on experience level

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Prior litigation experience
• Strong legal research, writing, and advocacy skills
• Experience with discovery, motion practice, and depositions preferred
• Excellent judgment, organization, and client-service skills
• Appropriate bar admission or ability to obtain admission

Salary expected to be between $170-200k depending on experience level.

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Company Profile

Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement.

Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs.

Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com .

Benefits Information

Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.

We look forward to working with you.

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