Litigation Attorney

Construction Association of Michigan; Beachwood (OH); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Construction Association of Michigan is seeking an experienced attorney to support a diverse client base across business and real estate disputes, creditor’s rights litigation, employment and partnership matters, and construction issues. The role requires a J.D.

from an accredited law school, active licensure, and at least 10 years in litigation with strong research, writing, and advocacy skills. Proficiency in LexisNexis and Westlaw is expected, along with excellent judgment and client

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Current license to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction.
• Strong knowledge of litigation procedures.
• Ability to analyze complex legal issues and provide sound advice.
• Proficiency in conducting legal research using LexisNexis and Westlaw.

Responsibilities

• Assist in diverse matters including business and real estate disputes.
• Support creditor's rights litigation and construction matters.
• Prepare for discovery, depositions, motions, and trials.
• Maintain confidential client information with discretion.

Skills

Research skills

Writing skills

Oral advocacy

Verbal communication

Written communication

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Time management

Client relations

Discretion & judgment

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Active law license

Tools

LexisNexis

Westlaw

Job description

Job Summary:

Will assist by helping serve the firm's diverse client base in a wide variety of matters (e.g., complex business and real estate disputes, creditor’s rights litigation, employment and partnership matters, construction).

Experience:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction.
• Strong knowledge of legal principles and procedures related to litigation.
• Proficiency in conducting legal research using Lexis-Nexis and Westlaw databases.
• Ability to analyze complex legal issues and provide sound advice to clients.
• Strong negotiation and advocacy skills.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational abilities.

Required Skills/Abilities - 10 years’ experience:

• Excellent research, writing, and oral advocacy skills are required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience in all aspects of litigation including discovery, depositions, motion practice and trial.
• Experience investigating claims, preparing and responding to written discovery, taking and defending depositions, interacting with expert witnesses, and all aspects of motion practice.
• Able to prepare for, take, and defend depositions, and have prior experience in drafting dispositive, expert, and/or discovery motions.
• A desire to maintain and develop long-term client relationships.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment.
• Ability to handle settlement negotiations throughout the lifecycle of a case.
• Ability to supervise and delegate work to paralegals and other legal support staff.
• Ability to stay updated on relevant laws, regulations, and legal precedents.
• Ability to maintain accurate and organized case files and documentation.