Litigation Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Farmington Hills (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Farmington Hills, MI, seeks a Litigation Attorney for a full-time, on-site role handling diverse civil matters including insurance defense, commercial disputes, and professional malpractice. You will manage a varied caseload and contribute to trial strategy.

Ideal candidates hold a JD, active Michigan license, and have proven trial experience, deposition skills, and strong writing. The firm values meticulous preparation, client teamwork, and courtroom advocacy.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in Michigan.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Manage discovery and take and defend depositions.
• Appear in state and federal courts for hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.
• Communicate regularly with clients and supervise support staff as needed.
• Ensure compliance with court deadlines.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Time management

Client communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

Job OverviewA law firm seeks a Litigation Attorney for a full-time, on-site position in Farmington Hills, MI. The attorney will manage a diverse caseload, including insurance defense, commercial disputes, and professional malpractice matters, while collaborating with colleagues and clients on case strategy and settlement evaluation.

Duties

• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Manage discovery and take and defend depositions.
• Appear in state and federal courts for hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.
• Communicate regularly with clients and supervise support staff as needed.
• Ensure compliance with court deadlines.

Requirements

• Strong foundation in civil litigation and insurance defense.
• Experience drafting and arguing dispositive and procedural motions.
• Proven ability to practice in state and federal trial and appellate courts.
• Hands-on experience with trials from preparation through post-trial motions.
• Skill in conducting depositions and preparing witnesses.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active license to practice law in Michigan.

Skills

• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines.
• Collaborative team player with professional client communication skills.

Benefits

• Not specified in the source.