Litigation Associate - Civil Litigation

gpac LLC.; Grand Rapids (MI); Hybrid; USD 108,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with match

Profit sharing

Job summary

gpac LLC. in Michigan seeks a Litigation Associate to join its civil litigation practice. The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of experience and exposure to all aspects of civil litigation, with a strong work ethic and commitment to exceptional client service.

Hybrid schedule available after an initial training period, with mentorship and opportunities to gain experience across practice areas, paving a pathway toward partnership and long-term growth in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Drafting and responding to disclosures and discovery.
• Motion practice.
• Taking and defending depositions.
• Court appearances.
• Trial preparation.

Skills

Civil litigation experience

Caseload management

Independent & collaborative work

Mentorship adaptation

Job description

Litigation Associate - General Civil Litigation

A well-established and highly collaborative Michigan law firm is seeking a Litigation Associate to join its growing civil litigation practice. This opportunity is ideal for motivated attorneys who thrive in a fast-paced environment and are eager to develop their litigation skills while working alongside experienced mentors.

Position Overview

The firm is looking for candidates with 3-5 years (up to 6 years maximum) of experience as an associate attorney, with strong exposure to all aspects of civil litigation. This includes:

• Drafting and responding to disclosures and discovery
• Motion practice
• Taking and defending depositions
• Court appearances
• Trial preparation

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Highly motivated with a strong work ethic
• Excellent academic and professional credentials
• Ability to manage a busy and diverse caseload
• Proactive, positive, and eager to learn and grow
• Committed to delivering exceptional client service
• Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively

Required:

Active membership in the State Bar of Michigan

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: Starting at $120,000 (DOE)
• Billable Requirement: 1,600 hours for bonus eligibility
• Benefits Package: Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k): Eligible after 1 year, with up to 3% employer match
• Profit Sharing

Work Environment & Culture

• Hybrid schedule available after initial training period
• Collaborative, team-oriented firm culture
• Formal mentorship program for associates
• Opportunities to gain experience across practice areas
• Strong collegial atmosphere

Associates are given meaningful responsibility early on and may work across different practice areas to broaden their experience before specializing later in their careers.

Career Growth

• Clear path to partnership
• Firm values entrepreneurial mindset and business development potential
• Ideal candidates are those who are "hungry" to grow their practice and long-term career

If you are a driven litigation associate looking for a dynamic environment with strong mentorship, meaningful work, and long-term growth potential, we encourage you to apply.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.