Litigation Attorney

ADP, Inc.; Farmington Hills (MI); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

ADP, Inc. in Michigan is seeking a Litigation Attorney with 10+ years of complex commercial litigation experience to manage cases from strategy to trial and appeal.

The ideal candidate will draft pleadings, take depositions, argue motions, and provide strategic, business-focused counsel to clients while upholding the highest professional standards. Excellent written and oral advocacy, independent case management, and strong client relationship skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Active Michigan State Bar in good standing.
• 10+ years of experience in complex commercial litigation.
• Ability to independently manage cases with minimal supervision.
• Experience drafting pleadings, taking depositions, arguing motions.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent client communication and relationship management.
• J.D. from ABA-accredited law school.
• Competitive base salary with annual bonus.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of complex commercial litigation matters from pre-suit through trial and appeal
• Develop case strategy and oversee execution across all phases of litigation
• Draft pleadings, motions, and briefs; argue motions in court
• Manage discovery, including drafting and responding, and conducting depositions
• Represent clients in mediations, hearings, and trials
• Provide strategic, business-focused legal counsel to clients
• Identify creative solutions and opportunities in complex legal challenges
• Collaborate closely with colleagues and clients on case strategy
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Complex commercial litigation

Case management

Drafting pleadings

Depositions

Motions and briefs

Legal research and writing

Client communication

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

What truly sets us apart?

We prioritize results through collaboration and thoughtful legal strategy, without the constraints of traditional billing models.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Litigation Attorney experienced in complex commercial litigation to join our collaborative team of legal professionals. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys autonomy, and takes ownership of their cases from start to finish.

The ideal candidate can independently manage all aspects of litigation, from early case strategy through trial and appeal, including matters involving trade secrets, trademarks, non‑competes, breach of contract, and related disputes.

Our team is lean, collaborative, and high-performing. We set a high bar for quality and provide the support to meet it.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of complex commercial litigation matters from pre-suit through trial and appeal
• Develop case strategy and oversee execution across all phases of litigation
• Draft pleadings, motions, and briefs; argue motions in court
• Manage discovery, including drafting and responding, and conducting depositions
• Represent clients in mediations, hearings, and trials
• Provide strategic, business-focused legal counsel to clients
• Identify creative solutions and opportunities in complex legal challenges
• Collaborate closely with colleagues and clients on case strategy
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Active membership in good standing with the Michigan State Bar
• A minimum of 10+ years of experience in complex commercial litigation
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage cases with minimal supervision
• Strong experience in drafting pleadings, taking depositions, and arguing motions
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Strong client communication and relationship management abilities
• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school
• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience
• Annual bonus opportunity
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance