Litigation Associate - Civil Litigation

gpac (on behalf of a well-established Michigan law firm); Detroit (MI); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with up to 3% employer match

Profit sharing

Job summary

gpac (on behalf of a well-established Michigan law firm) is seeking a Litigation Associate in Detroit, MI. The role offers hybrid work, structured mentorship, and hands-on experience across a robust civil litigation caseload with a clear path to partnership.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years (up to 6) of associate attorney experience in civil litigation and must maintain active membership in the State Bar of Michigan, with strong academic credentials and the ability to manage diverse cases.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years (up to 6 years maximum) as an associate attorney with strong exposure to civil litigation.
• Active membership in the State Bar of Michigan is strictly required.
• Excellent academic and professional credentials with ability to manage a diverse caseload.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and responding to disclosures and discovery requests.
• Conducting motion practice and court appearances.
• Taking and defending depositions.
• Handling trial preparation and delivering client services.

Skills

Civil litigation

Discovery

Job description

gpac (on behalf of a well-established Michigan law firm)

Rolling Basis (Official)

$120,000.00/yr - $160,000.00/yr (Base Salary starting at $120,000 DOE)

3-5 years (up to 6 years maximum) of experience as an associate attorney with strong exposure to civil litigation. Active membership in the State Bar of Michigan is required.

Law Firm Job

Contextual Overview

A well-established and collaborative Michigan law firm, recruiting through search firm gpac, is seeking a Litigation Associate to join its growing civil litigation practice in Detroit, MI. The role offers a hybrid work environment, structured mentorship, and hands-on experience across a robust caseload with a clear path to partnership.

Key Eligibility Criteria

• Experience: 3 to 5 years (up to 6 years maximum) of experience as an associate attorney with strong exposure to civil litigation.
• Licensing: Active membership in the State Bar of Michigan is strictly required.
• Skills: Excellent academic and professional credentials with a strong work ethic and capability to manage a diverse caseload.

Responsibilities & Scope of Work

• Drafting and responding to disclosures and discovery requests.
• Conducting motion practice and court appearances.
• Taking and defending depositions.
• Handling trial preparation and delivering client services.

Stipend, Compensation & Mode

• Base Salary: $120,000.00 to $160,000.00 per year (Dependent on Experience).
• Bonus Structure: 1,600 billable hours requirement for bonus eligibility.
• Benefits: Health, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with up to 3% employer match (after 1 year), and profit sharing.
• Work Mode: Hybrid flexibility available following an initial training period.