Litigation Attorney – Partner Level (Midland)

Warner Norcross + Judd; Midland (MI); On-site; USD 200,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Warner Norcross + Judd LLP in Midland seeks a partner-level attorney with 7–15 years of experience in complex civil litigation to help lead and grow a busy statewide practice.

Employment litigation experience is preferred. The role offers opportunities to collaborate with firm-wide colleagues while delivering practical, client-focused counsel to sophisticated clients across Michigan.

Qualifications

• 7–15 years of experience in complex civil litigation.
• Partner-level or similar experience.
• Employment litigation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handle all phases of complex civil litigation from initiation through trial and appeal.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery responses.
• Conduct legal research and provide strategic analysis on litigation issues.
• Manage discovery, including document review, depositions, and expert witness coordination.
• Attend hearings, depositions, mediations, and trials.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and courts.
• Collaborate with attorneys to develop case strategy and prepare matters for trial.
• Mentoring junior litigation associates.
• Managing and developing client relationships.

Skills

Excellent communication

Analytical skills

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Courtroom advocacy

Mentoring

Job description

About the Position

Warner Norcross + Judd LLP is seeking a partner-level attorney, or attorney with similar experience, to join its Midland office. The ideal candidate will have 7-15 years of experience handling complex civil litigation matters and be prepared to help lead and grow a busy statewide practice with sophisticated clientele. Employment litigation experience is preferred. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with attorneys across the firm while providing practical, client-focused counsel.

Description

About the Position

Warner Norcross + Judd LLP is seeking a partner-level attorney, or attorney with similar experience, to join its Midland office. The ideal candidate will have 7-15 years of experience handling complex civil litigation matters and be prepared to help lead and grow a busy statewide practice with sophisticated clientele. Employment litigation experience is preferred. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with attorneys across the firm while providing practical, client-focused counsel.

Responsibilities

• Handle all phases of complex civil litigation, from case initiation through trial and appeal
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery responses
• Conduct legal research and provide strategic analysis on litigation issues
• Manage discovery, including document review, depositions, and expert witness coordination
• Attend hearings, depositions, mediations, and trials
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and courts
• Collaborate with attorneys to develop case strategy and prepare matters for trial
• Mentoring junior litigation associates
• Managing and developing client relationships

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal issues clearly and practically to clients
• Ability to listen to client concerns and provide thoughtful, practical legal advice
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong legal writing, oral advocacy, and courtroom advocacy skills