Litigation Attorney - Flint, MI

PLUNKETT COONEY, PC; Flint (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

PLUNKETT COONEY, PC in Flint, Michigan is seeking a motivated litigation attorney with a minimum of 5 years of experience. The ideal candidate should have proficiency in handling various litigation matters independently, including commercial litigation and personal injury cases.

This role requires excellent research and legal writing skills, knowledge of Michigan Court Rules, and experience working closely with clients. Opportunities for engagement in complex litigation processes available in a dynamic legal environment.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in a litigation practice.
• Proficient in handling litigation matters independently.
• Strong understanding of Michigan Court Rules and Federal Rules of Civil Procedure.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys by handling litigation matters.
• Provide research and drafting of documents.
• Take depositions and write legal briefs.

Skills

Litigation experience

Research skills

Legal brief writing

Communication skills

Understanding of medical records

Education

D. from an ABA-approved law school

Member in good standing of the Michigan Bar

Job description

Plunkett Cooney, one of the largest and most accomplished law firms in the Midwest, is seeking a litigation attorney to support attorneys in the Flint office. We are looking for a motivated attorney that can be available to begin supporting the office by handling matters, providing research, drafting documents and taking depositions. This position is not limited to Flint, geographically, and ideally, the candidate will be located in Flint with the possibility of working periodically in our Bloomfield Hills or Detroit offices.

Requirements:

• Have at least 5 years of experience in a litigation practice
• Be proficient and independent handling litigation matters such as commercial litigation, premises liability, transportation, general negligence, property damage, construction and/or personal injury related
• Prior work experience as a clerk for a judge or court of appeals preferred
• Excellent research, legal brief writing and communication skills are required
• General litigation motion writing and courtroom oral skills
• General understanding of medical records
• Working knowledge of Michigan Court Rules and Rules of Evidence
• Working knowledge of Federal Rules of Civil Procedure
• Comfort level with learning new computer software
• D. from an ABA-approved law school
• Be a member in good standing and active in the Michigan Bar

We are seeking a well-rounded, dynamic, highly motivated lawyer, who has demonstrated an ability to compete and prosper in competitive and complex environments, with significant client contact. Strong writing, communication and interpersonal skills are also required.