Litigation Attorney

Trustpoint.One; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A Michigan-based law firm is looking for a Litigation Attorney to join their team in Detroit. This mid-senior level position requires at least four years of civil litigation experience and involves conducting legal research, drafting documents, and negotiating settlements. The firm offers a collegial work environment with opportunities for training and mentorship, alongside a competitive salary and benefits package.

Qualifications

• At least four years of prior civil litigation experience.
• Strong academic credentials and previous law firm experience.
• Experience managing all phases of litigation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough legal research to support litigation cases.
• Draft legal documents, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Collaborate with clients to develop case strategies.
• Negotiate settlements and represent clients in court.

Skills

Civil litigation experience

Legal research using Lexis-Nexis and Westlaw

Drafting legal documents

Negotiating settlements

Collaboration with clients

Education

Licensed to practice law in Michigan

Job description

Trustpoint.One is pleased to be partnering with a growing Michigan-based law firm in their search for a Litigation Attorney to join their firm.

The ideal candidate will be licensed to practice law in Michigan, located in the Detroit Metro area, and meet the following requirements:

• At least four years of prior civil litigation experience.
• Strong academic credentials and previous law firm experience are required.
• Experience assisting with or managing all phases of litigation, including propounding and responding to discovery, performing legal research, drafting motions and briefs, taking and defending depositions and preparing for hearings, mediation and trial.
• Firm offers a collegial environment, with an opportunity to develop trial skills and be provided with training and mentorship.
• A competitive salary and benefits package is offered.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough legal research using Lexis-Nexis and Westlaw to support litigation cases.
• Draft legal documents, including pleadings and motions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal standards.
• Collaborate with clients to gather information and develop case strategies.
• Negotiate settlements and represent clients in court proceedings.
• Stay updated on relevant laws and regulations to provide informed legal advice.

All candidates must be able to work at a computer screen for a sustained amount of time.

Trustpoint.One provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Legal